Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
obscure-rosaceus
ID:
1063909

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gilg

Source:
tro

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 2: 56 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001063247

Common Names

  • Rose-purple Symbolanthus
  • Rosepurple Symbolanthus
  • Obscure-rosaceus Symbolanthus

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Description

Symbolanthus obscure-rosaceus (also called Obscure-rosaceus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Andes Mountains in South America, and grows in moist, shady areas. It has long, lance-shaped leaves and small, pink flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Symbolanthus obscure-rosaceus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its bright yellow flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Symbolanthus obscure-rosaceus are small, white and have five petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Symbolanthus obscure-rosaceus can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape or size.

Where to Find Symbolanthus obscure-rosaceus

Symbolanthus obscure-rosaceus can be found in the Andean regions of Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

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,