Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Species:
densiflora
ID:
1263524

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rollins

Source:
tro

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
Rhodora 61: 262 (1959)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001262862



Common Names

  • Synthlipsis densiflora
  • Densiflora Synthlipsis
  • Densiflora Synthlipsi


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Description

Synthlipsis densiflora (also called 'Denseflower Synthlipsis', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It has small, white, fragrant flowers and oval-shaped leaves. It grows in dry, sandy areas and is often found in grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Synthlipsis densiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomach ache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Synthlipsis densiflora is a yellow-green in colour and has a tubular form. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Synthlipsis densiflora is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows to 2m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by cuttings or seed. Sow seed in spring or autumn in a sunny position in well-drained soil. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Synthlipsis densiflora

Synthlipsis densiflora is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It can be found in moist and wet forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Synthlipsis densiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Synthlipsis densiflora?

Synthlipsis densiflora

What is the common name of Synthlipsis densiflora?

Dense-Flowered Synthlipsis

What is the natural habitat of Synthlipsis densiflora?

It is found in dry grasslands and scrublands in Mexico.

Species in the Synthlipsis genus

Species in the Brassicaceae family

Abdra brachycarpa, Abdra aprica, Acuston perenne, Aethionema rhodopaeum, Aethionema alanyae, Aethionema arabicum, Aethionema armenum, Aethionema capitatum, Aethionema carlsbergii, Aethionema carneum, Aethionema cephalanthum, Aethionema cordatum, Aethionema coridifolium, Aethionema demirizii, Aethionema diastrophis, Aethionema dumanii, Aethionema edentulum, Aethionema eunomioides, Aethionema fimbriatum, Aethionema froedinii, Aethionema gileadense, Aethionema glaucinum, Aethionema grandiflorum, Aethionema heterocarpum, Aethionema heterophyllum, Aethionema huber-morathii, Aethionema karamanicum, Aethionema lepidioides, Aethionema levandowskyi, Aethionema lycium, Aethionema marashicum, Aethionema membranaceum, Aethionema munzurense, Aethionema orbiculatum, Aethionema papillosum, Aethionema retsina, Aethionema saxatile, Aethionema schistosum, Aethionema semnanensis, Aethionema speciosum, Aethionema spicatum, Aethionema stylosum, Aethionema subulatum, Aethionema syriacum, Aethionema thesiifolium, Aethionema thomasianum, Aethionema transhyrcanum, Aethionema turcicum, Aethionema umbellatum, Aethionema virgatum,

References