Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
uspallatensis
ID:
781732

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
iplants

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 9: 235 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000781065

Common Names

  • Uspallatensis Argylia
  • Uspallatensis-leaf Argylia
  • Uspallatensis-flower Argylia

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Description

Argylia uspallatensis (also called 'Uspallat Argylia', among many other common names) is a woody, evergreen shrub native to South America. It has glossy, dark green leaves and white, bell-shaped flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade and is drought tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Argylia uspallatensis can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Argylia uspallatensis has small, white, star-shaped flowers. Seed: The seeds are small, black, and round. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argylia uspallatensis is a shrub native to South America. It can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. Prune regularly to maintain a compact shape.

Where to Find Argylia uspallatensis

Argylia uspallatensis can be found in the tropical forests of South America.

Argylia uspallatensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argylia uspallatensis?

Argylia uspallatensis

What type of plant is Argylia uspallatensis?

A shrub

What is the natural habitat of Argylia uspallatensis?

Dry open areas, scrubland, and grasslands

Species in the Bignoniaceae family

Adenocalymma neoflavidum, Adenocalymma pseudopatulum, Adenocalymma acutissimum, Adenocalymma apparicianum, Adenocalymma apurense, Adenocalymma arthropetiolatum, Adenocalymma bracteatum, Adenocalymma bracteolatum, Adenocalymma bullatum, Adenocalymma calderonii, Adenocalymma chocoense, Adenocalymma coriaceum, Adenocalymma cymbalum, Adenocalymma dichilum, Adenocalymma divaricatum, Adenocalymma dugandii, Adenocalymma dusenii, Adenocalymma flavum, Adenocalymma fruticosum, Adenocalymma gracielzae, Adenocalymma hatschbachii, Adenocalymma heterophyllum, Adenocalymma hirtum, Adenocalymma hypostictum, Adenocalymma impressum, Adenocalymma inundatum, Adenocalymma macrophyllum, Adenocalymma magdalenense, Adenocalymma magnificum, Adenocalymma marginatum, Adenocalymma nervosum, Adenocalymma paulistarum, Adenocalymma prancei, Adenocalymma salmoneum, Adenocalymma saulense, Adenocalymma scabriusculum, Adenocalymma scansile, Adenocalymma sousae, Adenocalymma subincanum, Adenocalymma subsessilifolium, Adenocalymma subspicatum, Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx, Adenocalymma ternatum, Adenocalymma trifoliatum, Adenocalymma ubatubense, Adenocalymma uleanum, Adenocalymma cladotrichum, Adenocalymma reticulatum, Adenocalymma velutinum, Adenocalymma adenophorum,

References

Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:108353-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].