Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
mollis
ID:
695676

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Pl. Hartw. : 6 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000695009

Common Names

  • Gaudichaudia mollis
  • Mollis Gaudichaudia
  • Gaudichaudia Mollis

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Synonyms

  • Tritomopterys mollis Nied. [unknown]
  • Aspicarpa mollis Hassl. [unknown]
  • Gaudichaudia mollis hartwegiana Nied. [unknown]
  • Gaudichaudia mollis longipedicellata Nied. [unknown]
  • Gaudichaudia mollis pringleana Nied. [unknown]
  • Tritomopterys mollis hartwegiana Nied. [unknown]
  • Tritomopterys mollis pringleana Nied. [unknown]

Description

Gaudichaudia mollis (also called ‘Soft Gaudichaudia’, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is a small herbaceous perennial with a woody base, and grows up to 20 cm tall. It is native to Mexico, and is found in wet montane forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Gaudichaudia mollis is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and flower beds. It has attractive flowers and is drought tolerant, making it ideal for areas with low rainfall. It is also used as a ground cover and can be used to create a beautiful landscape.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gaudichaudia mollis has white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval shaped. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gaudichaudia mollis is a tropical evergreen shrub that grows in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a moist, well-drained soil and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of branches and planted in a moist, well-drained soil. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they take root.

Where to Find Gaudichaudia mollis

Gaudichaudia mollis is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America.

Gaudichaudia mollis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gaudichaudia mollis?

Gaudichaudia mollis

What type of plant is Gaudichaudia mollis?

It is a perennial herbaceous plant

Where does Gaudichaudia mollis grow?

It is native to South America

Species in the Malpighiaceae family

Acmanthera cowanii, Acmanthera duckei, Acmanthera fernandesii, Acmanthera latifolia, Acmanthera longifolia, Acmanthera minima, Acmanthera parviflora, Acridocarpus adenophorus, Acridocarpus alopecurus, Acridocarpus alternifolius, Acridocarpus austrocaledonicus, Acridocarpus ballyi, Acridocarpus camerunensis, Acridocarpus chevalieri, Acridocarpus chloropterus, Acridocarpus congestus, Acridocarpus congolensis, Acridocarpus excelsus, Acridocarpus glaucescens, Acridocarpus hirundo, Acridocarpus humbertii, Acridocarpus humblotii, Acridocarpus katangensis, Acridocarpus ledermannii, Acridocarpus longifolius, Acridocarpus macrocalyx, Acridocarpus mayumbensis, Acridocarpus monodii, Acridocarpus natalitius, Acridocarpus oppositifolius, Acridocarpus orientalis, Acridocarpus pauciglandulosus, Acridocarpus perrieri, Acridocarpus plagiopterus, Acridocarpus prasinus, Acridocarpus scheffleri, Acridocarpus smeathmannii, Acridocarpus socotranus, Acridocarpus spectabilis, Acridocarpus staudtii, Acridocarpus ugandensis, Acridocarpus vanderystii, Acridocarpus vivy, Acridocarpus zanzibaricus, Adelphia hiraea, Adelphia macrophylla, Adelphia mirabilis, Adelphia platyrachis, Aenigmatanthera doniana, Aenigmatanthera lasiandra,

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