Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
intricatum
ID:
311972

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Schum.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Fl. Schutzgeb. Südsee , Nachtr.: 395 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000311304

Common Names

  • Siphonandrium intricatum
  • Intricatum Siphonandrium
  • Siphonandrium Intricatum

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Description

Siphonandrium intricatum (also called False Nettle, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Americas. It has a creeping habit and grows to a height of about 30 cm. It prefers moist and shady habitats, such as woodlands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Siphonandrium intricatum is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Siphonandrium intricatum is yellow and bell-shaped with five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Siphonandrium intricatum is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from new growth in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix in spring and kept moist until germination. The plants should be grown in full sun to partial shade and require regular watering during the growing season.

Where to Find Siphonandrium intricatum

Siphonandrium intricatum can be found in the Amazon rainforest in Brazil.

Siphonandrium intricatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Siphonandrium intricatum?

Siphonandrium intricatum

What is the family of Siphonandrium intricatum?

Asteraceae

Where does Siphonandrium intricatum grow?

It is native to Mexico

Species in the Siphonandrium genus

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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