Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
frigidus
ID:
1274658

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sw.) Struwe & K.Gould

Source:
tro

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Novon 14: 356 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001273996

Common Names

  • Symbolanthus frigidus
  • Frigidus Symbolanthus
  • Frigidus Symbolanthus Plant

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Description

Symbolanthus frigidus (also called Frigid Symbolanthus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Caribbean. It has leathery, glossy green leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as rainforest edges and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Symbolanthus frigidus is a popular ornamental plant. It is often used in rock gardens and as a groundcover in shady areas. It is also used in erosion control projects and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Symbolanthus frigidus has small, white flowers that are followed by small, black berries. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Symbolanthus frigidus is a perennial plant native to South America. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. To propagate from seeds, collect them when they are ripe and sow them on a moist, sterile, well-drained soil mix. To propagate from cuttings, take stem cuttings from a healthy plant and place them in a moist, sterile, well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not soggy and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Symbolanthus frigidus

Symbolanthus frigidus is native to Colombia and Ecuador. It can be found in the tropical rainforest, growing in moist, shady areas.

Symbolanthus frigidus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Symbolanthus frigidus?

Symbolanthus frigidus

What is the common name of Symbolanthus frigidus?

Frigid Symbolanthus

Where is Symbolanthus frigidus found?

Western North America

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

Olof Swartz (1760-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sw.' in the authors string.
Lena Struwe (b.1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Struwe' in the authors string.
Katherine Gould (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Gould' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60436507-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.