Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tenuis
ID:
973100

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 7: 77 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000972438

Common Names

  • Geophila tenuis
  • Tenuis Geophila
  • Geophila Palm

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Description

Geophila tenuis (also called 'Slender 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 tenuis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Geophila tenuis is a small white or pinkish-white spike, the seed is a small, black, shiny, and round, and the seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Geophila tenuis 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 tenuis

Geophila tenuis 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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