Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
grisebachii
ID:
1253016

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hieron. & Lorentz

Source:
tro

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 3(5): 173 (1893)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001252354



Common Names

  • Grisebach's Loxopterygium
  • Grisebach's Plume Flower
  • Grisebach's Plume Plant


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Description

Loxopterygium grisebachii (also called 'Grisebach's Loxopterygium', among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South America. It has an upright, spreading habit and grows up to 1 meter tall. Its leaves are simple, alternate, and ovate. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in tropical and subtropical climates.

Uses & Benefits

Loxopterygium grisebachii has been used in traditional medicine for treating fever and rheumatism. It is also used as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Loxopterygium grisebachii are white, with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Loxopterygium grisebachii can be propagated by seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be divided into small clumps and planted in a light, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Loxopterygium grisebachii

Loxopterygium grisebachii is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America.

Loxopterygium grisebachii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Loxopterygium grisebachii?

Loxopterygium grisebachii

What is the common name of Loxopterygium grisebachii?

Grisebach's Loxopterygium

Where is Loxopterygium grisebachii found?

Loxopterygium grisebachii is found in Mexico.

Species in the Anacardiaceae family

Abrahamia buxifolia, Abrahamia thouvenotii, Abrahamia littoralis, Abrahamia latifolia, Abrahamia minutifolia, Abrahamia ditimena, Abrahamia betamponensis, Abrahamia capuronii, Abrahamia delphinensis, Abrahamia ellipticarpa, Abrahamia elongata, Abrahamia itromoensis, Abrahamia turkii, Abrahamia deflexa, Abrahamia grandidieri, Abrahamia humbertii, Abrahamia ibityensis, Abrahamia lecomtei, Abrahamia lenticellata, Abrahamia lokobensis, Abrahamia longipetiolata, Abrahamia louvelii, Abrahamia nitida, Abrahamia oblongifolia, Abrahamia pauciflora, Abrahamia phillipsonii, Abrahamia sambiranensis, Abrahamia sericea, Abrahamia suarezensis, Abrahamia viguieri, Abrahamia revoluta, Abrahamia antongilensis, Abrahamia darainensis, Abrahamia patrickii, Actinocheita filicina, Allospondias lakonensis, Allospondias laxiflora, Amphipterygium simplicifolium, Amphipterygium adstringens, Amphipterygium amplifolium, Amphipterygium glaucum, Amphipterygium molle, Anacardium amapaense, Anacardium amilcarianum, Anacardium brasiliense, Anacardium caracolii, Anacardium corymbosum, Anacardium curatellifolium, Anacardium excelsum, Anacardium fruticosum,

References

Georg Hans Emmo Wolfgang Hieronymus (1846-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hieron.' in the authors string.
Paul Günther Lorentz (1835-1881): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lorentz' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:69864-1: Based on the initial data import