Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
horologium
ID:
1548888

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.G.Silva, E.F.Guim. & R.J.V.Alves

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2021

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 521: 169 (2021)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000029179


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Description

Symphyllophyton horologium (also called Horologium, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to Venezuela and is found in dry scrub and open woodlands. It has small, white flowers and oval-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Symphyllophyton horologium is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and rheumatism. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Symphyllophyton horologium is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with small, round-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Symphyllophyton horologium is an evergreen perennial herb that is native to the tropical regions of South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings can be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Symphyllophyton horologium

Symphyllophyton horologium is native to the African island of Madagascar, where it can be found in the dry deciduous forests.

Symphyllophyton horologium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Symphyllophyton horologium?

Symphyllophyton horologium

What is the family of Symphyllophyton horologium?

Asteraceae

Where is Symphyllophyton horologium native to?

Venezuela

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

POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77221404-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.