Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
wenzelii
ID:
1277098

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schmidt-Leb.

Source:
tro

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Candollea 58: 112 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001276436



Common Names

  • Suessenguthia wenzelii
  • Wenzel's Suessenguthia
  • Wenzel's


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Description

Suessenguthia wenzelii (also called Wenzel's Gromwell, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the United States. It grows up to 30 cm tall and has a spreading habit. It is found in dry open woodlands, prairies, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Suessenguthia wenzelii has been used as an ornamental plant and as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Suessenguthia wenzelii has small white flowers with four petals, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Suessenguthia wenzelii is an evergreen, perennial plant that can be cultivated in a variety of soils. It prefers a well-drained, moist soil and partial shade. Propagation is by division or stem cuttings.

Where to Find Suessenguthia wenzelii

Suessenguthia wenzelii can be found in the tropical regions of South America.

Suessenguthia wenzelii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Suessenguthia wenzelii?

Suessenguthia wenzelii

What is the common name of Suessenguthia wenzelii?

Wenzel's Suessenguthia

What is the natural habitat of Suessenguthia wenzelii?

It is found in tropical and subtropical forests in Central and South America

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

Alexander Nikolai Schmidt-Lebuhn (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schmidt-Leb.' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.