Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
guyannense
ID:
491323

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Rich.) Endl. ex Miq.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Bot. Zeitung (Berlin) 3: 345 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000490655

Common Names

  • Phenakospermum guyannense
  • Guyannense Phenakospermum
  • Guyannense False-Mint

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Synonyms

  • Musidendron amazonicum (Mart.) Nakai [unknown]
  • Phenakospermum amazonicum (Mart.) Miq. [unknown]
  • Ravenala guyannensis (A.Rich.) Steud. [unknown]
  • Urania amazonica Mart. [unknown]
  • Urania guyannensis Rich. [unknown]

Description

Phenakospermum guyannense (also called Guyanese Phenakospermum, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm in height. It is native to South America and can be found in meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are pink in color.

Uses & Benefits

Phenakospermum guyannense is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phenakospermum guyannense has small, yellow-green flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phenakospermum guyannense is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize lightly.

Where to Find Phenakospermum guyannense

Phenakospermum guyannense is native to South America and can be found in the forests of the region.

Phenakospermum guyannense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phenakospermum guyannense?

Phenakospermum guyannense

What is the family of Phenakospermum guyannense?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Phenakospermum guyannense?

Guyana Daisy

Species in the Phenakospermum genus

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-257739: Based on the initial data import
Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Anton Wilhelm Miquel (1811-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miq.' in the authors string.
Stephan Endlicher (1804-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Endl.' in the authors string.