Guilleminea fragilis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fragilis
ID:
712424
Status:
valid
Authors:
Pedersen
Source:
cmp
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Bonplandia (Corrientes) 10(1–4): 97. 2000
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000711757
Common Names
- Fragile Guilleminea
- Fragile-leaved Guilleminea
- Fragile-leaf Guilleminea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Guilleminea fragilis (also called Fragile Guilleminea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 meters tall. It is native to tropical America and is found in open woodlands and along watercourses. It has glossy green leaves and yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Guilleminea fragilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a cut flower and for dried flower arrangements.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Guilleminea fragilis is yellow and has five petals. The seed is a small, brown, glossy seed. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Guilleminea fragilis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist potting mix. The plants should be grown in full sun and kept moist but not wet.
Where to Find Guilleminea fragilis
Guilleminea fragilis is native to the Caribbean.
Guilleminea fragilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Guilleminea fragilis?
Guilleminea fragilis
What is the common name of Guilleminea fragilis?
Fragilis
What is the natural habitat of Guilleminea fragilis?
Dry open forests and woodlands
Species in the Guilleminea genus
Species in the Amaranthaceae family
Achyranthes arborescens, Achyranthes aspera, Achyranthes bidentata, Achyranthes diandra, Achyranthes fasciculata, Achyranthes mangarevica, Achyranthes marchionica, Achyranthes margaretarum, Achyranthes mutica, Achyranthes splendens, Achyranthes talbotii, Achyranthes shahii, Achyropsis avicularis, Achyropsis filifolia, Achyropsis fruticulosa, Achyropsis gracilis, Achyropsis laniceps, Achyropsis leptostachya, Acroglochin obtusifolia, Acroglochin persicarioides, Aerva artemisioides, Aerva caudata, Aerva congesta, Aerva coriacea, Aerva edulis, Aerva glabrata, Aerva humbertii, Aerva javanica, Aerva lanata, Aerva leucura, Aerva madagassica, Aerva microphylla, Aerva monsonia, Aerva radicans, Aerva revoluta, Aerva sanguinolenta, Aerva timorensis, Aerva triangularifolia, Aerva villosa, Aerva wightii, Agathophora alopecuroides, Agriophyllum lateriflorum, Agriophyllum latifolium, Agriophyllum minus, Agriophyllum montasirii, Agriophyllum paletzkianum, Agriophyllum squarrosum, Allenrolfea occidentalis, Allenrolfea patagonica, Allenrolfea vaginata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2834939: Based on the initial data import
Troels Myndel Pedersen (1916-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pedersen' in the authors string.