Status:
valid
Authors:
(Salzm. ex Benth.) Harley & J.F.B.Pastore
Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 58: 22 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001319055
Common Names
- Eplingiella fruticosa
- Fruticosa Eplingiella
- Eplingiella Fruticosa
Description
Eplingiella fruticosa (also called Shrubby Eplingiella, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to South America. It has a rhizomatous root system and grows to a height of 1-2m. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, usually in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Eplingiella fruticosa is used as an ornamental plant and is also used to make herbal tea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Eplingiella fruticosa has yellow flowers, small seeds, and small seedlings.
Cultivation and Propagation
Eplingiella fruticosa is a shrub native to Brazil. It can be grown in a sunny location in a well-drained, fertile soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Eplingiella fruticosa
Eplingiella fruticosa is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.
Eplingiella fruticosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eplingiella fruticosa?
Eplingiella fruticosa
What is the common name of Eplingiella fruticosa?
Shrubby Eplingiella
What is the natural habitat of Eplingiella fruticosa?
Tropical rainforest in Central and South America
Species in the Eplingiella genus
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,