Status:
valid
Authors:
C.F.Wilkins
Source:
cmp
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 16: 344 (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000711713
Common Names
- Intermediate Guichenotia
- Intermediate-leaved Guichenotia
- Intermediate-leaf Guichenotia
Description
Guichenotia intermedia (also called Bluebells, among many other common names) is a small shrub with bright blue bell-shaped flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in open woodlands and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Guichenotia intermedia is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a hedge plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Guichenotia intermedia has white flowers with yellow centres and long, narrow leaves. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Guichenotia intermedia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods require regular watering and fertilizing.
Where to Find Guichenotia intermedia
Guichenotia intermedia is native to Central and South America.
Guichenotia intermedia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Guichenotia intermedia?
Guichenotia intermedia
What is the common name of Guichenotia intermedia?
Intermediate Guichenotia
What is the natural range of Guichenotia intermedia?
Central America
Species in the Guichenotia genus
Guichenotia alba,
Guichenotia angustifolia,
Guichenotia apetala,
Guichenotia asteriskos,
Guichenotia astropletha,
Guichenotia basivirida,
Guichenotia glandulosa,
Guichenotia impudica,
Guichenotia intermedia,
Guichenotia ledifolia,
Guichenotia macrantha,
Guichenotia micrantha,
Guichenotia quasicalva,
Guichenotia sarotes,
Guichenotia seorsiflora,
Guichenotia tuberculata,
Guichenotia anota,
Species in the Malvaceae family
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Abelmoschus caillei,
Abelmoschus crinitus,
Abelmoschus esculentus,
Abelmoschus ficulneus,
Abelmoschus hostilis,
Abelmoschus magnificus,
Abelmoschus manihot,
Abelmoschus moschatus,
Abelmoschus muliensis,
Abelmoschus sagittifolius,
Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis,
Abroma augustum,
Abutilon abutiloides,
Abutilon affine,
Abutilon alii,
Abutilon amplum,
Abutilon andrewsianum,
Abutilon andrieuxii,
Abutilon anglosomaliae,
Abutilon angulatum,
Abutilon anodoides,
Abutilon appendiculatum,
Abutilon arenarium,
Abutilon arequipense,
Abutilon auritum,
Abutilon austroafricanum,
Abutilon badium,
Abutilon balansae,
Abutilon bastardioides,
Abutilon benedictum,
Abutilon berlandieri,
Abutilon bidentatum,
Abutilon bracteosum,
Abutilon buchii,
Abutilon burandtii,
Abutilon bussei,
Abutilon californicum,
Abutilon calliphyllum,
Abutilon carinatum,
Abutilon coahuilae,
Abutilon commutatum,
Abutilon cryptopetalum,
Abutilon cuspidatum,
Abutilon densiflorum,
Abutilon dinteri,
Abutilon dispermum,
Abutilon divaricatum,
Abutilon dugesii,
Abutilon durandoi,