Piaranthus geminatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
geminatus
ID:
1103050
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Masson) N.E.Br.
Source:
tro
Year:
1878
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 17: 163 (1878)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001102388
Common Names
- Twin-Flowered Piaranthus
- Twin-Flowered Piaranthus
- Twin-Flowered Piaranthus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Piaranthus geminatus (also called Twinspine Piaranthus, among many other common names) is a succulent native to South Africa. It has yellow flowers and grows in rocky, dry areas.
Uses & Benefits
Piaranthus geminatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Piaranthus geminatus sub. decorus (Masson) BruynsPiaranthus geminatus sub. geminatus
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Piaranthus geminatus has yellow-green flowers with five petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
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Piaranthus geminatus is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought but prefers regular watering. It is best to divide the plant in the spring or early summer.
Where to Find Piaranthus geminatus
Piaranthus geminatus can be found in the Andes Mountains of South America.
Species in the Piaranthus genus
Species in the Apocynaceae family
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References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-2602136: Based on the initial data import
Nicholas Edward Brown (1849-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.E.Br.' in the authors string.
Francis Masson (1741-1805): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Masson' in the authors string.