Rhytidophyllum onacaense - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
onacaense
ID:
407116
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Rusby) L.E.Skog
Source:
cmp
Year:
1976
Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Contr. Bot. 29: 161 (1976)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000406448
Common Names
- Rhytidophyllum Onacaense
- Onaca's Wrinkle-Leaf
- Onaca's Wrinkle Leaf
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- Gesneria onacaensis Rusby [unknown]
Description
Rhytidophyllum onacaense (also called Onaca grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to the southeastern United States. It has a tufted growth habit and grows in moist, sandy soils. It is commonly found in wet meadows, marshes, and along the edges of streams.
Uses & Benefits
Rhytidophyllum onacaense is a popular ornamental plant, often planted in gardens and parks for its attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used as a groundcover or in containers, and is sometimes used in bonsai.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Rhytidophyllum onacaense is a white-greenish color, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rhytidophyllum onacaense can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded position. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).
Where to Find Rhytidophyllum onacaense
Rhytidophyllum onacaense is native to Central and South America.
Rhytidophyllum onacaense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhytidophyllum onacaense?
Rhytidophyllum onacaense
What are the common names of Rhytidophyllum onacaense?
Rhytidophyllum onacaense is commonly known as Onaca Rhytidophyllum.
What is the distribution of Rhytidophyllum onacaense?
Rhytidophyllum onacaense is native to South America, specifically Brazil.
Species in the Rhytidophyllum genus
Rhytidophyllum lanatum, Rhytidophyllum rhodocalyx, Rhytidophyllum minus, Rhytidophyllum mogoticola, Rhytidophyllum petiolare, Rhytidophyllum bicolor, Rhytidophyllum acunae, Rhytidophyllum asperum, Rhytidophyllum caribaeum, Rhytidophyllum coccineum, Rhytidophyllum crenulatum, Rhytidophyllum exsertum, Rhytidophyllum onacaense, Rhytidophyllum cumanense, Rhytidophyllum grandiflorum, Rhytidophyllum daisyanum, Rhytidophyllum berteroanum, Rhytidophyllum tomentosum, Rhytidophyllum auriculatum, Rhytidophyllum earlei, Rhytidophyllum grande, Rhytidophyllum leucomallon, Rhytidophyllum lomense, Rhytidophyllum rupincola, Rhytidophyllum vernicosum, Rhytidophyllum viscidum,
Species in the Gesneriaceae family
Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2430242: Based on the initial data import
Henry Hurd Rusby (1855-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rusby' in the authors string.
Laurence Skog (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.E.Skog' in the authors string.