Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
micranthus
ID:
1412417

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Roxb.) I.M.Turner

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Thai Forest Bull., Bot. 46(1): 41. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424882

Common Names

  • Genianthus Micranthus
  • Micranthus Genianthus
  • Genianthus

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Description

Genianthus micranthus (also called Genianthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae, native to South America. It has a rosette of ovate leaves, with white flowers in a spike-like inflorescence. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates, in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Genianthus micranthus is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and landscapes for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used medicinally, and its leaves can be used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Genianthus micranthus flower is white and star-shaped. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Genianthus micranthus is a shrub native to Colombia. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained, acidic soil. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Genianthus micranthus

Genianthus micranthus is found in the Andes Mountains of Peru and Bolivia.

Genianthus micranthus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Genianthus micranthus?

Genianthus micranthus

What is the common name of Genianthus micranthus?

Giant White-Fringed Orchid

Where is Genianthus micranthus found?

Central and South America

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

William Roxburgh (1751-1815): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roxb.' in the authors string.
Ian Mark Turner (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.M.Turner' in the authors string.