Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
nebulosus
ID:
511087

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.E.Molina & Struwe

Source:
ksu

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Syst. Biodivers. 6: 495 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000510419

Common Names

  • Symbolanthus Nebulosus
  • Nebulosus Symbolanthus
  • Nebulosus's Symbolanthus

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Description

Symbolanthus nebulosus (also called Nebulosus 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 nebulosus 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 nebulosus 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 nebulosus is a perennial herb that is native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Symbolanthus nebulosus

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

Symbolanthus nebulosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Symbolanthus nebulosus?

Symbolanthus nebulosus

What is the family of Symbolanthus nebulosus?

Gesneriaceae

What is the common name of Symbolanthus nebulosus?

Nebulous 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:77093925-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.