Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
argentina
ID:
659699

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pax) Hunz. & S.C.Arroyo

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Kurtziana 24: 154 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000659031



Common Names

  • Hieronymiella argentina
  • Argentina
  • Argentine


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Synonyms

  • Eustephiopsis marginata latifolia (R.E.Fr.) Ravenna [unknown]
  • Hieronymiella angacoana Ravenna [unknown]
  • Hieronymiella ferruginea Ravenna [unknown]
  • Hieronymiella latifolia (R.E.Fr.) Di Fulvio & Hunz. [unknown]
  • Hieronymiella marginata (Pax) Hunz. [unknown]
  • Hieronymiella marginata latifolia (R.E.Fr.) Hunz. [unknown]
  • Hieronymiella tarijensis (Fern.Casas & R.Lara) Fern.Casas & R.Lara [unknown]
  • Androstephanos tarijensis Fern.Casas [unknown]
  • Eustephia argentina Pax [unknown]
  • Eustephia latifolia (R.E.Fr.) Traub [unknown]
  • Eustephia marginata Pax [unknown]
  • Eustephiopsis argentina (Pax) Hauman [unknown]
  • Eustephiopsis latifolia R.E.Fr. [unknown]
  • Eustephiopsis marginata R.E.Fr. [unknown]

Description

Hieronymiella argentina (also called Argentinian Ebony, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree or shrub, typically reaching a height of 4–6 m. It has a dense, rounded crown and a short trunk. The leaves are leathery, dark green, and ovate to elliptic in shape. It is native to Argentina and is found in a variety of habitats, including woodlands, savannas, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Hieronymiella argentina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hieronymiella argentina has small white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hieronymiella argentina can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a rooting medium. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Hieronymiella argentina

Hieronymiella argentina is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Hieronymiella argentina FAQ

What are the requirements for Hieronymiella argentina to thrive?

Hieronymiella argentina requires full sun to partial shade, moist soil, and regular watering.

What type of soil is best for Hieronymiella argentina?

Hieronymiella argentina prefers moist, well-drained soil.

How big does Hieronymiella argentina grow?

Hieronymiella argentina can reach a height of up to 4 feet.

Species in the Amaryllidaceae family

Acis autumnalis, Acis longifolia, Acis rosea, Acis trichophylla, Acis fabrei, Acis nicaeensis, Acis tingitana, Acis trichophylla, Acis valentina, Acis ionica, Agapanthus africanus, Agapanthus campanulatus, Agapanthus caulescens, Agapanthus coddii, Agapanthus inapertus, Agapanthus praecox, Agapanthus walshii, Allium aaseae, Allium abramsii, Allium acidoides, Allium aciphyllum, Allium acuminatum, Allium acutiflorum, Allium aegilicum, Allium affine, Allium afghanicum, Allium aflatunense, Allium agrigentinum, Allium akaka, Allium alabasicum, Allium alaicum, Allium albiflorum, Allium albotunicatum, Allium albovianum, Allium alexandrae, Allium alexeianum, Allium alibile, Allium alpinarii, Allium altaicum, Allium altissimum, Allium altyncolicum, Allium amethystinum, Allium ampeloprasum, Allium amphibolum, Allium amplectens, Allium anacoleum, Allium anatolicum, Allium anceps, Allium angulosum, Allium anisopodium,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-278045: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand Albin Pax (1858-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pax' in the authors string.
Armando Theodoro Hunziker (1919-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hunz.' in the authors string.
Silvia C. Arroyo (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.C.Arroyo' in the authors string.