Status:
valid
Authors:
Carvalho
Source:
SolanaceaeSource.org
Year:
1969
Citation Micro:
Loefgrenia 33: 2, figs. 6-9. 1969
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001025449
Common Names
- Schwenckia elegans
- Elegant Schwenckia
- Graceful Schwenckia
Description
Schwenckia elegans (also called Elegant Schwenckia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Central America. It has a woody base and grows up to 1.2 m in height. It prefers to grow in moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Uses & Benefits
Schwenckia elegans is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and flower beds. It is known for its bright colors and long-lasting blooms. It is also used as a cut flower in floral arrangements. The plant is drought tolerant and can tolerate a range of soil types.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Schwenckia elegans has white flowers, small seeds and small seedlings.
Where to Find Schwenckia elegans
Schwenckia elegans is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.
Species in the Schwenckia genus
Schwenckia americana,
Schwenckia angustifolia,
Schwenckia curviflora,
Schwenckia elegans,
Schwenckia glabrata,
Schwenckia grandiflora,
Schwenckia guianensis,
Schwenckia heterantha,
Schwenckia huberi,
Schwenckia hyssopifolia,
Schwenckia juncoides,
Schwenckia karstenii,
Schwenckia lateriflora,
Schwenckia micrantha,
Schwenckia mollissima,
Schwenckia novaveneciana,
Schwenckia paniculata,
Schwenckia trujilloi,
Schwenckia volubilis,
Species in the Solanaceae family