Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paradise
ID:
1335293

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schliewe, H.D.Ferreira, Graciano-Ribeiro & Rezende

Source:
ipni

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 291(4): 270 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347747

Common Names

  • Eriope paradise
  • Paradise Eriope
  • Paradise Daisy

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Description

Eriope paradise (also called 'Paradise Eriope', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to tropical regions of South America. It has long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers, and grows in moist forests and along streams. It produces small, yellow fruits.

Uses & Benefits

Eriope paradise is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a hedge plant or as a ground cover. The plant is also used for medicinal purposes in some cultures.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriope paradise is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or division in the spring or fall. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a moist, well-drained soil and keep the soil moist until germination. To propagate from division, dig up the plant and divide the rhizomes into sections with at least one growing point. Plant the divisions in a moist, well-drained soil and keep the soil moist until established.

Where to Find Eriope paradise

Eriope paradise is native to the Neotropics, and can be found in Central and South America.

Eriope paradise FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriope paradise?

Eriope paradise

What is the common name of Eriope paradise?

Paradise Eriope

Where is Eriope paradise found?

It is found in the tropical forests of India.

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

Dalva Graciano Ribeiro (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Graciano-Ribeiro' in the authors string.
Marcos Augusto Schliewe: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schliewe' in the authors string.
Heleno Dias Ferreira: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.D.Ferreira' in the authors string.
Denise Vilela de Rezende (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rezende' in the authors string.