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
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.
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 Eriope genus
Eriope alpestris,
Eriope anamariae,
Eriope angustifolia,
Eriope arenaria,
Eriope blanchetii,
Eriope complicata,
Eriope confusa,
Eriope crassifolia,
Eriope crassipes,
Eriope exaltata,
Eriope filifolia,
Eriope foetida,
Eriope glandulosa,
Eriope hypenioides,
Eriope hypoleuca,
Eriope latifolia,
Eriope luetzelburgii,
Eriope machrisae,
Eriope macrostachya,
Eriope montana,
Eriope monticola,
Eriope obovata,
Eriope parvifolia,
Eriope polyphylla,
Eriope salviifolia,
Eriope simplex,
Eriope sincorana,
Eriope tumidicaulis,
Eriope velutina,
Eriope xavantium,
Eriope viscosa,
Eriope harleyi,
Eriope paradise,
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,