Rhyncholacis penicillata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
penicillata
ID:
405046
Status:
valid
Authors:
Matthiesen
Source:
cmp
Year:
1908
Citation Micro:
Biblioth. Bot. lxvi. 16, 48. 1908
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000404378
Common Names
- Rhyncholacis penicillata
- Brush-like Rhyncholacis
- Brush-like Lacis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rhyncholacis penicillata (also called Bristly Rhyncholacis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It has a spreading growth habit, with small, oval-shaped leaves that are arranged in whorls. It prefers to grow in moist, well-drained soils, such as rainforests and mountain forests.
Uses & Benefits
Rhyncholacis penicillata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and soil stabilization.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Rhyncholacis penicillata is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rhyncholacis penicillata is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Rhyncholacis penicillata
Rhyncholacis penicillata is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia.
Rhyncholacis penicillata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhyncholacis penicillata?
Rhyncholacis penicillata
What type of plant is Rhyncholacis penicillata?
A flowering plant
Where is Rhyncholacis penicillata native to?
South America
Species in the Rhyncholacis genus
Rhyncholacis penicillata, Rhyncholacis minima, Rhyncholacis flagellifolia, Rhyncholacis hydrocichorium, Rhyncholacis nitelloides, Rhyncholacis oligandra, Rhyncholacis divaricata, Rhyncholacis applanata, Rhyncholacis carinata, Rhyncholacis coronata, Rhyncholacis crassipes, Rhyncholacis varians, Rhyncholacis palmettifolia, Rhyncholacis macrocarpa, Rhyncholacis apiculata, Rhyncholacis jenmanii, Rhyncholacis brassicifolia, Rhyncholacis brevistamina, Rhyncholacis cristata, Rhyncholacis dentata, Rhyncholacis guyanensis, Rhyncholacis linearis, Rhyncholacis squamosa, Rhyncholacis clavigera,
Species in the Podostemaceae family
Angolaea fluitans, Apinagia aripecuruensis, Apinagia arminensis, Apinagia batrachifolia, Apinagia boliviana, Apinagia brevicaulis, Apinagia crispa, Apinagia digitata, Apinagia dissecta, Apinagia divaricata, Apinagia fimbrifolia, Apinagia flexuosa, Apinagia fluitans, Apinagia fucoides, Apinagia gardneriana, Apinagia glaziovii, Apinagia goejei, Apinagia guairaensis, Apinagia guyanensis, Apinagia hulkiana, Apinagia itanensis, Apinagia kochii, Apinagia latifolia, Apinagia leptophylla, Apinagia longifolia, Apinagia marowynensis, Apinagia membranacea, Apinagia minor, Apinagia multibranchiata, Apinagia parvifolia, Apinagia petiolata, Apinagia platystigma, Apinagia pusilla, Apinagia rangiferina, Apinagia richardiana, Apinagia ruppioides, Apinagia spruceana, Apinagia staheliana, Apinagia surumuensis, Apinagia tenuifolia, Apinagia treslingiana, Apinagia versteegiana, Apinagia brejoagrestinensis, Autana andersonii, Castelnavia noveloi, Castelnavia cuneifolia, Castelnavia fimbriata, Castelnavia fluitans, Castelnavia lindmaniana, Castelnavia monandra,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2425400: Based on the initial data import
Franz Matthiesen (1878-1914): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Matthiesen' in the authors string.