Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
zehntneri
ID:
734104

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Britton & Rose) Britton & Rose

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Cactaceae 4: 252. 1923.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000733437

Common Names

  • Quiabentia zehntneri
  • Zehntner's Quiabentia
  • Zehntner Quiabentia

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Synonyms

  • Pereskia zehmneri Britton & Rose [unknown]
  • Pereskia zehntneri Britton & Rose [unknown]
  • Grusonia zehntneri (Britton & Rose) G.D.Rowley [unknown]

Description

Quiabentia zehntneri (also called Zehntner's Quiabentia, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous perennial native to South America. It has a rosette of basal leaves and grows up to 40 cm tall. Its flowers are bell-shaped and pink or white in color. It is found in temperate grasslands and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Quiabentia zehntneri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Quiabentia zehntneri are white, with four petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and spindly, with small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Quiabentia zehntneri is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 meters in height. It is native to tropical Africa, and is hardy to USDA zones 10-11. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Quiabentia zehntneri

Quiabentia zehntneri can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Quiabentia zehntneri FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Quiabentia zehntneri?

Quiabentia zehntneri prefers temperatures between 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit.

What type of soil does Quiabentia zehntneri prefer?

Quiabentia zehntneri prefers well-draining, slightly acidic soil.

How much light does Quiabentia zehntneri need?

Quiabentia zehntneri needs bright, indirect light.

Species in the Quiabentia genus

Species in the Cactaceae family

Acanthocalycium glaucum, Acanthocalycium spiniflorum, Acanthocalycium thionanthum, Acanthocalycium leucanthum, Acanthocalycium rhodotrichum, Acanthocalycium klimpelianum, Acanthocereus chiapensis, Acanthocereus tetragonus, Acanthocereus guatemalensis, Acanthocereus maculatus, Acanthocereus canoensis, Acanthocereus castellae, Acanthocereus cuixmalensis, Acanthocereus fosterianus, Acanthocereus haackeanus, Acanthocereus hesperius, Acanthocereus hirschtianus, Acanthocereus macdougallii, Acanthocereus oaxacensis, Acanthocereus paradoxus, Acanthocereus rosei, Acanthocereus tepalcatepecanus, Acanthocereus atropurpureus, Acharagma aguirreanum, Acharagma roseanum, Airampoa albisaetacens, Airampoa armata, Airampoa ayrampo, Airampoa boliviensis, Airampoa cedergreniana, Airampoa chilensis, Airampoa corrugata, Airampoa erectoclada, Airampoa ianthinantha, Airampoa microdisca, Airampoa minuscula, Airampoa orurensis, Airampoa panellana, Airampoa picardoi, Airampoa silvestris, Airampoa tilcarensis, Aporepiphyllum freiburgensis, Aporocactus flagelliformis, Aporocactus martianus, Aporocactus moennighoffii, Aporocactus knebelii, Aporoheliocereus smithianus, Ariocarpus agavoides, Ariocarpus bravoanus, Ariocarpus drabi,

References

Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.