Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pilosa
ID:
973086

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Pearson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 27: t. 2691 (1901)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000972424

Common Names

  • Geophila pilosa
  • Hairy Geophila
  • Hairy Groundcherry

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Description

Geophila pilosa (also called 'Ribbed Mouse-ear', among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 10 cm tall. It has small, white flowers with five petals and is native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in dry grasslands, coastal dunes and other disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Geophila pilosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, cold, cough, asthma, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Geophila pilosa 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Geophila pilosa 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 pilosa

Geophila pilosa can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Peru, and Bolivia.

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,

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