Status:
valid
Authors:
S.L.Jessup
Source:
cmp
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Madroño 49(4): 253. 2003 [2002 publ. 2003]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000695038
Common Names
- Gaudichaudia symplecta
- Symplecta Gaudichaudia
- Gaudichaudia Symplecta
Description
Gaudichaudia symplecta (also called ‘Symplectic 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 symplecta 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 symplecta 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gaudichaudia symplecta is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 40°F (4°C). It needs regular watering during the growing season and should be fertilized every few months.
Where to Find Gaudichaudia symplecta
Gaudichaudia symplecta is native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Gaudichaudia symplecta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gaudichaudia symplecta?
Gaudichaudia symplecta
What type of plant is Gaudichaudia symplecta?
It is a perennial herbaceous plant
Where does Gaudichaudia symplecta grow?
It is native to South America
Species in the Gaudichaudia genus
Gaudichaudia albida,
Gaudichaudia andersonii,
Gaudichaudia chasei,
Gaudichaudia congestiflora,
Gaudichaudia cycloptera,
Gaudichaudia cynanchoides,
Gaudichaudia diandra,
Gaudichaudia galeottiana,
Gaudichaudia hexandra,
Gaudichaudia hirtella,
Gaudichaudia implexa,
Gaudichaudia intermixteca,
Gaudichaudia karwinskiana,
Gaudichaudia krusei,
Gaudichaudia macvaughii,
Gaudichaudia mollis,
Gaudichaudia palmeri,
Gaudichaudia subverticillata,
Gaudichaudia symplecta,
Gaudichaudia synoptera,
Gaudichaudia zygoptera,
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,
References
Steven L. Jessup: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.L.Jessup' in the authors string.