Aegiphila herzogii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Moldenke
Source:
wcs
Year:
1933
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 33: 126 (1933)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000807858
Common Names
- Aegiphila herzogii
- Herzogii Aegiphila
- Tiny Aegiphila
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aegiphila herzogii (also called Herzog's Aegiphila, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the tropical regions of South America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in humid and shady areas, such as in the understory of tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Aegiphila herzogii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for its attractive flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aegiphila herzogii is a star-shaped bloom with six petals, usually white or pale pink. The seed is a small, black, three-angled nut. The seedling is a small, grass-like plant.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aegiphila herzogii is a small, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is hardy to USDA zones 8-10. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a sandy mix. Seeds should be sown in spring in a sandy mix and lightly covered. Keep the soil moist and warm until germination occurs.
Where to Find Aegiphila herzogii
Aegiphila herzogii is native to South America and can be found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.
Aegiphila herzogii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aegiphila herzogii?
Aegiphila herzogii
What is the common name of Aegiphila herzogii?
Herzogii Aegiphila
What is the natural habitat of Aegiphila herzogii?
Tropical forests
Species in the Aegiphila genus
Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa, Aegiphila buchtienii, Aegiphila capitata, Aegiphila casseliiformis, Aegiphila catatumbensis, Aegiphila caucensis, Aegiphila caymanensis, Aegiphila cephalophora, Aegiphila chrysantha, Aegiphila conturbata, Aegiphila cordata, Aegiphila cordifolia, Aegiphila coriacea, Aegiphila costaricensis, Aegiphila cuatrecasasii, Aegiphila cuneata, Aegiphila dentata, Aegiphila deppeana, Aegiphila duckei, Aegiphila elata, Aegiphila elegans, Aegiphila elongata, Aegiphila exiguiflora, Aegiphila falcata, Aegiphila farinosa, Aegiphila fasciculata, Aegiphila fendleri, Aegiphila ferruginea, Aegiphila filipes, Aegiphila floribunda, Aegiphila fluminensis, Aegiphila foetida, Aegiphila froesii, Aegiphila glabrata, Aegiphila glomerata, Aegiphila gloriosa, Aegiphila goeldiana, Aegiphila goudotiana, Aegiphila grandis, Aegiphila graveolens,
Species in the Lamiaceae family
Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-3461: Based on the initial data import
Harold Norman Moldenke (1909-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moldenke' in the authors string.