Status:
valid
Authors:
(H.Luther) W.Till & Barfuss
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 279: 51 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347234
Description
Goudaea ospinae (also called 'Ospinae Goudaea', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the mountains of Central and South America. It has a thick, fleshy stem and long, narrow, alternate leaves. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as in forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Goudaea ospinae is used as an ornamental plant, as well as a medicinal herb for treating various ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Goudaea ospinae var. gruberi (H.Luther) W.Till & Barfuss
Goudaea ospinae var. ospinae
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Goudaea ospinae has small yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Goudaea ospinae is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2m in height. It is native to South America and is hardy in USDA zones 10-12. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall.
Where to Find Goudaea ospinae
Goudaea ospinae is native to Mexico. It can be found in tropical deciduous forests and cloud forests at elevations of 1000-2000 m.
Goudaea ospinae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Goudaea ospinae?
Goudaea ospinae
What is the common name of Goudaea ospinae?
Ospina's goudaea
Where is Goudaea ospinae found?
It is found in Colombia
Species in the Goudaea genus
Species in the Bromeliaceae family
Acanthostachys pitcairnioides,
Acanthostachys strobilacea,
Acanthostachys calcicola,
Aechmea abbreviata,
Aechmea aculeatosepala,
Aechmea alba,
Aechmea alegrensis,
Aechmea alopecurus,
Aechmea ampla,
Aechmea andersonii,
Aechmea angustifolia,
Aechmea anomala,
Aechmea apocalyptica,
Aechmea aquilega,
Aechmea araneosa,
Aechmea arenaria,
Aechmea aripensis,
Aechmea azurea,
Aechmea bahiana,
Aechmea bambusoides,
Aechmea biflora,
Aechmea blanchetiana,
Aechmea blumenavii,
Aechmea bocainensis,
Aechmea brachystachys,
Aechmea bracteata,
Aechmea brassicoides,
Aechmea brevicollis,
Aechmea bromeliifolia,
Aechmea bruggeri,
Aechmea caesia,
Aechmea callichroma,
Aechmea calyculata,
Aechmea campanulata,
Aechmea candida,
Aechmea cariocae,
Aechmea carvalhoi,
Aechmea castanea,
Aechmea castelnavii,
Aechmea cathcartii,
Aechmea caudata,
Aechmea chantinii,
Aechmea coelestis,
Aechmea colombiana,
Aechmea comata,
Aechmea conferta,
Aechmea confusa,
Aechmea conifera,
Aechmea costantinii,
Aechmea contracta,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77158970-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].