Aphelandra garciae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
garciae
ID:
540771
Status:
valid
Authors:
Leonard
Source:
cmp
Year:
1953
Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 31: 256 (1953)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000540103
Common Names
- Aphelandra garciae
- Garciae Aphelandra
- Aphelandra
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Aphelandra garciae (also called Garcia's Aphelandra, among many other common names) is a perennial evergreen shrub native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It has large, glossy, dark green leaves with yellow bracts and yellow flowers. It is often found in tropical rainforests and humid areas.
Uses & Benefits
Aphelandra garciae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a natural dye.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aphelandra garciae has white flowers with yellow stripes and long, thin seed pods. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have thin stems and leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aphelandra garciae is a tropical evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by cuttings or division. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in moist, well-draining soil. Division should be done in the spring or summer when the plant is actively growing. The divisions should be planted in moist, well-draining soil and kept moist until established.
Where to Find Aphelandra garciae
Aphelandra garciae can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Aphelandra garciae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aphelandra garciae?
Aphelandra garciae
What type of plant is Aphelandra garciae?
It is an evergreen perennial plant.
Where is Aphelandra garciae found?
It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America.
Species in the Aphelandra genus
Aphelandra encarnacionii, Aphelandra gigantea, Aphelandra longiflora, Aphelandra schottiana, Aphelandra acanthifolia, Aphelandra acanthus, Aphelandra acrensis, Aphelandra albert-smithii, Aphelandra albinotata, Aphelandra alexandri, Aphelandra amelata, Aphelandra anderssonii, Aphelandra antioquiensis, Aphelandra arisema, Aphelandra aristei, Aphelandra arnoldii, Aphelandra attenuata, Aphelandra aurantiaca, Aphelandra azuayensis, Aphelandra bahiensis, Aphelandra barkleyi, Aphelandra benoistii, Aphelandra blanchetiana, Aphelandra blandii, Aphelandra botanodes, Aphelandra boyacensis, Aphelandra bradeana, Aphelandra campanensis, Aphelandra campii, Aphelandra caput-medusae, Aphelandra castanifolia, Aphelandra chamissoniana, Aphelandra chaponensis, Aphelandra chrysantha, Aphelandra cinnabarina, Aphelandra cirsioides, Aphelandra claussenii, Aphelandra colombiensis, Aphelandra colorata, Aphelandra conformis, Aphelandra crenata, Aphelandra crispata, Aphelandra cuatrecasasii, Aphelandra cuscoensis, Aphelandra darienensis, Aphelandra dasyantha, Aphelandra decorata, Aphelandra diachyla, Aphelandra dielsii, Aphelandra diffusa,
Species in the Acanthaceae family
Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,
References
Emery Clarence Leonard (1892-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Leonard' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.