Tylopsacas cuneata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cuneata
ID:
414590
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Gleason) Leeuwenb.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1960
Citation Micro:
Taxon ix. 22 (1960).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000413922
Common Names
- Cuneate Tylopsacas
- Tylopsacas cuneata
- Tylopsacas
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- Tylosperma cuneatum (Gleason) Leeuwenb. [unknown]
- Episcia cuneata Gleason [unknown]
- Tylopsacas cuneatum (Gleason) Leeuwenb. [unknown]
Description
Tylopsacas cuneata (also called Cuneate Tylopsacas, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the southeastern United States and is found in wet, sandy soils and wet meadows. It has small, white flowers that are arranged in a cuneate shape and are surrounded by four petals.
Uses & Benefits
Tylopsacas cuneata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tylopsacas cuneata is yellow and has five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tylopsacas cuneata is a perennial herb native to Brazil. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is best grown in a container or in a rock garden.
Where to Find Tylopsacas cuneata
Tylopsacas cuneata is native to Central and South America.
Tylopsacas cuneata FAQ
What type of plant is Tylopsacas cuneata?
Tylopsacas cuneata is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae.
Where is Tylopsacas cuneata found?
Tylopsacas cuneata is found in South America.
What is the growth habit of Tylopsacas cuneata?
Tylopsacas cuneata is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 3 meters in height.
Species in the Tylopsacas genus
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-2443058: Based on the initial data import
Henry Gleason (1882-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gleason' in the authors string.
Anthonius Josephus Maria Leeuwenberg (1930-2010): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Leeuwenb.' in the authors string.