Status:
valid
Authors:
Ruiz & Pav.
Source:
iplants
Year:
1798
Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg. Fl. Peruv. Chil. : 157 (1798)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000782307
Common Names
- Eccremocarpus viridis
- Viridis Eccremocarpus
- Eccremocarpus
Description
Eccremocarpus viridis (also called Chilean Glory Flower, among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial shrub native to Chile and Argentina. It has bright green, glossy foliage and produces bright orange, tubular flowers in the summer. It is often found in gardens, parks, and other cultivated areas, as well as in dry, rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Eccremocarpus viridis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Eccremocarpus viridis is a small, yellow, bell-shaped bloom with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round-shaped capsule. The seedlings are short and have oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Eccremocarpus viridis is an evergreen climber that can reach up to 2m in height. It prefers well-drained, moist soil and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer from semi-ripe wood and placed in a warm, sunny position.
Where to Find Eccremocarpus viridis
Eccremocarpus viridis is native to tropical regions of Africa, including Cameroon, Ethiopia, and Nigeria.
Eccremocarpus viridis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eccremocarpus viridis?
Eccremocarpus viridis
What is the common name of Eccremocarpus viridis?
Viridis
What is the natural habitat of Eccremocarpus viridis?
Tropical forests of Central and South America
Species in the Eccremocarpus genus
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
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:109603-1: 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].