Guichenotia macrantha - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrantha
ID:
712382
Status:
valid
Authors:
Turcz.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1846
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 19(II): 500 (1846)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000711715
Common Names
- Large-flowered Guichenotia
- Large-flowered-leaved Guichenotia
- Large-flowered-leaf Guichenotia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Guichenotia macrantha (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 macrantha is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a hedge plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Guichenotia macrantha 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.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Guichenotia macrantha 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 macrantha
Guichenotia macrantha is native to Australia and can be found in woodlands and grasslands.
Guichenotia macrantha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Guichenotia macrantha?
Guichenotia macrantha
What is the common name of Guichenotia macrantha?
Large-flowered Guichenotia
What is the natural range of Guichenotia macrantha?
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
Abelmoschus angulosus, 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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2834835: Based on the initial data import
Nikolai Turczaninov (1796-1864): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Turcz.' in the authors string.