Centemopsis biflora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
biflora
ID:
594873
Status:
valid
Authors:
Schinz
Source:
cmp
Year:
1911
Citation Micro:
Vierteljahrsschr. Naturf. Ges. Zürich 56: 242 (1911)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000594205
Common Names
- Biflora Orchid
- Centemopsis Biflora
- Centemopsis Biflora
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- Centema biflora Schinz [unknown]
Description
Centemopsis biflora (also called two-flowered centemopsis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Angola. It has a creeping habit and grows to a height of 10 cm. Its leaves are round to kidney-shaped and the flowers are small and white. It prefers moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Centemopsis biflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Centemopsis biflora is white and has five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have a pair of opposite leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Centemopsis biflora can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in early spring in a well-drained soil in a sunny position. Division can be done in spring or autumn. It can be grown in a rock garden or in a container.
Where to Find Centemopsis biflora
Centemopsis biflora is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, and can be found in moist, shady areas.
Centemopsis biflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Centemopsis biflora?
Centemopsis biflora
What is the common name of Centemopsis biflora?
Centemopsis biflora
What type of plant is Centemopsis biflora?
Herb
Species in the Centemopsis genus
Centemopsis biflora, Centemopsis conferta, Centemopsis fastigiata, Centemopsis filiformis, Centemopsis glomerata, Centemopsis gracilenta, Centemopsis graminea, Centemopsis kirkii, Centemopsis longipedunculata, Centemopsis micrantha, Centemopsis polygonoides, Centemopsis sordida, Centemopsis trinervis,
Species in the Amaranthaceae family
Achyranthes arborescens, Achyranthes aspera, Achyranthes bidentata, Achyranthes diandra, Achyranthes fasciculata, Achyranthes mangarevica, Achyranthes marchionica, Achyranthes margaretarum, Achyranthes mutica, Achyranthes splendens, Achyranthes talbotii, Achyranthes shahii, Achyropsis avicularis, Achyropsis filifolia, Achyropsis fruticulosa, Achyropsis gracilis, Achyropsis laniceps, Achyropsis leptostachya, Acroglochin obtusifolia, Acroglochin persicarioides, Aerva artemisioides, Aerva caudata, Aerva congesta, Aerva coriacea, Aerva edulis, Aerva glabrata, Aerva humbertii, Aerva javanica, Aerva lanata, Aerva leucura, Aerva madagassica, Aerva microphylla, Aerva monsonia, Aerva radicans, Aerva revoluta, Aerva sanguinolenta, Aerva timorensis, Aerva triangularifolia, Aerva villosa, Aerva wightii, Agathophora alopecuroides, Agriophyllum lateriflorum, Agriophyllum latifolium, Agriophyllum minus, Agriophyllum montasirii, Agriophyllum paletzkianum, Agriophyllum squarrosum, Allenrolfea occidentalis, Allenrolfea patagonica, Allenrolfea vaginata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2708924: Based on the initial data import
Hans Schinz (1858-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schinz' in the authors string.