Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
alboarenicola
ID:
511083

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.E.Molina & Struwe

Source:
ksu

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Syst. Biodivers. 6: 484 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000510415

Common Names

  • Symbolanthus Alboarenicola
  • Alboarenicola Symbolanthus
  • Alboarenicola's Symbolanthus

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Description

Symbolanthus alboarenicola (also called Alboarenicola Symbolanthus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that is native to Peru. It has dark green foliage and small white flowers. It is found in dry woodland, scrubland, and grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Symbolanthus alboarenicola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and containers. It can also be used as a hedge or screen.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Symbolanthus alboarenicola is white with yellow spots. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Symbolanthus alboarenicola is a tropical plant native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Symbolanthus alboarenicola

Symbolanthus alboarenicola can be found in the dry savannas of South Africa.

Symbolanthus alboarenicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Symbolanthus alboarenicola?

Symbolanthus alboarenicola

What is the family of Symbolanthus alboarenicola?

Gesneriaceae

What is the common name of Symbolanthus alboarenicola?

White-sand Symbolanthus

Species in the Symbolanthus genus

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

References

Lena Struwe (b.1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Struwe' in the authors string.
Jeanmaire E. Molina: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.E.Molina' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77093919-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.