Physopsis chrysophylla - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
(C.A.Gardner) Rye
Source:
wcs
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 11: 102 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000272999
Common Names
- Physopsis chrysophylla
- Golden-Leaved Physopsis
- Chrysophylla Physopsis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Newcastelia chrysophylla C.A.Gardner [unknown]
Description
Physopsis chrysophylla (also called Golden-Leaf Physopsis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family. It is native to Central America and can be found in tropical rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Physopsis chrysophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Physopsis chrysophylla is a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Physopsis chrysophylla is a shrub native to Mexico. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by cuttings taken in spring or summer.
Where to Find Physopsis chrysophylla
Physopsis chrysophylla is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.
Physopsis chrysophylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Physopsis chrysophylla?
Physopsis chrysophylla
What is the common name of Physopsis chrysophylla?
Golden-leaved Physopsis
What is the family of Physopsis chrysophylla?
Araceae
Species in the Physopsis 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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-155754: Based on the initial data import
Charles Austin Gardner (1896-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.A.Gardner' in the authors string.
Barbara Lynette Rye (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rye' in the authors string.