Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
arvensis
ID:
712582

Status:
valid

Authors:
Coss.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1851

Citation Micro:
Notes Pl. Crit. : 98 (1851)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000711915

Common Names

  • Guiraoa arvensis
  • Arvensis Guiraoa
  • Guiraoa Arvensis

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Description

Guiraoa arvensis (also called Guiraoa arvensis, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub with a rounded crown, growing up to 8 meters tall. It is native to the tropical regions of South America, and is commonly found in open forests, woodlands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Guiraoa arvensis is used as a medicinal plant and is also used in gardens for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Guiraoa arvensis is white and has 5 petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Guiraoa arvensis can be propagated from seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature, healthy plants and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Guiraoa arvensis

Guiraoa arvensis is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Guiraoa arvensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Guiraoa arvensis?

Guiraoa arvensis

What is the common name of Guiraoa arvensis?

Field Guiraoa

What is the natural habitat of Guiraoa arvensis?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

Species in the Guiraoa genus

Species in the Brassicaceae family

Abdra brachycarpa, Abdra aprica, Acuston perenne, Aethionema rhodopaeum, Aethionema alanyae, Aethionema arabicum, Aethionema armenum, Aethionema capitatum, Aethionema carlsbergii, Aethionema carneum, Aethionema cephalanthum, Aethionema cordatum, Aethionema coridifolium, Aethionema demirizii, Aethionema diastrophis, Aethionema dumanii, Aethionema edentulum, Aethionema eunomioides, Aethionema fimbriatum, Aethionema froedinii, Aethionema gileadense, Aethionema glaucinum, Aethionema grandiflorum, Aethionema heterocarpum, Aethionema heterophyllum, Aethionema huber-morathii, Aethionema karamanicum, Aethionema lepidioides, Aethionema levandowskyi, Aethionema lycium, Aethionema marashicum, Aethionema membranaceum, Aethionema munzurense, Aethionema orbiculatum, Aethionema papillosum, Aethionema retsina, Aethionema saxatile, Aethionema schistosum, Aethionema semnanensis, Aethionema speciosum, Aethionema spicatum, Aethionema stylosum, Aethionema subulatum, Aethionema syriacum, Aethionema thesiifolium, Aethionema thomasianum, Aethionema transhyrcanum, Aethionema turcicum, Aethionema umbellatum, Aethionema virgatum,

References