Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
pulchromarginata
ID:
1412396

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.C.Manning & Goldblatt) Mart.-Azorín, M.B.Crespo, M.Pinter & Wetschnig

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 365(2): 108. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424861

Common Names

  • Austronea Pulchromarginata
  • Purple-Margined Austronea
  • Austronea

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Description

Austronea pulchromarginata (also called Pulchra Austronea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces a single flower with a yellowish-green hue. It is found in wet, tropical forests, growing in moist soils.

Uses & Benefits

Austronea pulchromarginata is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and landscapes for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used medicinally, and its leaves can be used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Austronea pulchromarginata has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with serrated edges.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Austronea pulchromarginata is a shrub native to Colombia. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained, acidic soil. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Austronea pulchromarginata

Austronea pulchromarginata can be found in tropical areas of South America.

Austronea pulchromarginata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Austronea pulchromarginata?

Austronea pulchromarginata

What is the common name of Austronea pulchromarginata?

Pulchra Austronea

Where is Austronea pulchromarginata found?

Australia

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,

References

Peter Goldblatt (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Goldblatt' in the authors string.
Manuel-Benito Crespo (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.B.Crespo' in the authors string.
John C. Manning (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.C.Manning' in the authors string.
Wolfgang Wetschnig (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wetschnig' in the authors string.
Mario Martínez-Azorín (b.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.-Azorín' in the authors string.
Michael Pinter: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Pinter' in the authors string.