Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
guanchensis
ID:
1244302

Status:
valid

Authors:
Croat

Source:
tro

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001243640

Common Names

  • Rhodospatha Guanchensis
  • Guanche Rhodospatha
  • Guanche Palm

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Description

Rhodospatha guanchensis (also called Guanche's Rhodospatha, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Canary Islands. It grows in moist, shady habitats, and has glossy green leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Rhodospatha guanchensis is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover in shady areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhodospatha guanchensis has small, yellowish-green flowers with four petals that are arranged in a cross-like pattern. Its seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are delicate and have long, thin stems with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhodospatha guanchensis is a small, evergreen shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. The plant prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun or partial shade. It can be grown in a container or in the ground.

Where to Find Rhodospatha guanchensis

Rhodospatha guanchensis can be found in parts of China, Japan, and Korea.

Rhodospatha guanchensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhodospatha guanchensis?

Rhodospatha guanchensis

What is the common name of Rhodospatha guanchensis?

Guanche's Rhodospatha

What is the natural habitat of Rhodospatha guanchensis?

Tropical and subtropical moist forests

Species in the Rhodospatha genus

Rhodospatha badilloi, Rhodospatha bolivarana, Rhodospatha boliviensis, Rhodospatha brachypoda, Rhodospatha cardonae, Rhodospatha densinervia, Rhodospatha dissidens, Rhodospatha falconensis, Rhodospatha forgetii, Rhodospatha guasareensis, Rhodospatha kraenzlinii, Rhodospatha latifolia, Rhodospatha moritziana, Rhodospatha oblongata, Rhodospatha pellucida, Rhodospatha perezii, Rhodospatha robusta, Rhodospatha statutii, Rhodospatha steyermarkii, Rhodospatha venosa, Rhodospatha wendlandii, Rhodospatha monsalveae, Rhodospatha mukuntakia, Rhodospatha acosta-solisii, Rhodospatha brent-berlinii, Rhodospatha katipas, Rhodospatha piushaduka, Rhodospatha herrerae, Rhodospatha ovatifolia, Rhodospatha osaensis, Rhodospatha rubropunctata, Rhodospatha guanchensis, Rhodospatha arborescens, Rhodospatha rupicola,

Species in the Araceae family

Adelonema erythropus, Adelonema allenii, Adelonema crinipes, Adelonema hammelii, Adelonema kvistii, Adelonema mofflerianum, Adelonema orientale, Adelonema pallidinervium, Adelonema panamense, Adelonema peltatum, Adelonema picturatum, Adelonema roezlii, Adelonema speariae, Adelonema wallisii, Adelonema wendlandii, Adelonema yanamonoense, Aglaodorum griffithii, Aglaonema brevispathum, Aglaonema chermsiriwattanae, Aglaonema cochinchinense, Aglaonema commutatum, Aglaonema cordifolium, Aglaonema costatum, Aglaonema densinervium, Aglaonema flemingianum, Aglaonema hookerianum, Aglaonema marantifolium, Aglaonema modestum, Aglaonema nebulosum, Aglaonema nitidum, Aglaonema ovatum, Aglaonema philippinense, Aglaonema pictum, Aglaonema pumilum, Aglaonema rotunda, Aglaonema simplex, Aglaonema tricolor, Aglaonema vittatum, Aglaonema robeleynii, Aglaonema birmanicum, Aglaonema nicobaricum, Aglaonema tassae, Alloschemone inopinata, Alloschemone occidentalis, Alocasia megawatiae, Alocasia chaii, Alocasia infernalis, Alocasia nycteris, Alocasia hypoleuca, Alocasia jiewhoei,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50125214: Based on the initial data import
Thomas Bernard Croat (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Croat' in the authors string.