Geophila orbicularis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Müll.Arg.) Steyerm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 23: 397 (1972)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000972420
Common Names
- Geophila orbicularis
- Round-leaved Geophila
- Round-leaved Groundcherry
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Geophila orbicularis (also called 'Round-leaved Geophila', among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb native to South America. It has small, white flowers and grows in wet, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Geophila orbicularis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cold, cough, and skin diseases.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Geophila orbicularis var. orbicularisGeophila orbicularis var. neblinae Steyerm.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Geophila orbicularis is yellow-green in color and has a long, slender stem. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, narrow leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Geophila orbicularis is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a light, well-drained soil. The plant should be kept moist until established.
Where to Find Geophila orbicularis
Geophila orbicularis is native to South America and can be found in the Andes mountain range.
Species in the Geophila genus
Geophila erythrocarpa, Geophila afzelii, Geophila aschersoniana, Geophila cordata, Geophila cordifolia, Geophila croatii, Geophila emarginata, Geophila flaviflora, Geophila gracilis, Geophila hirta, Geophila humifusa, Geophila ingens, Geophila lancistipula, Geophila macropoda, Geophila melanocarpa, Geophila minutiflora, Geophila obvallata, Geophila orbicularis, Geophila pilosa, Geophila prancei, Geophila renaris, Geophila repens, Geophila scortechinii, Geophila speciosa, Geophila tenuis, Geophila yunnanensis, Geophila zollingeriana, Geophila macrocarpa, Geophila herbacea,
Species in the Rubiaceae family
Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-89657: Based on the initial data import
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.
Johannes Müller Argoviensis (1828-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Arg.' in the authors string.