Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Commelinales
Species:
rhizanthus
ID:
430134

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.Brückn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Beibl. Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 137: 42 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000429466



Common Names

  • Rhizanthus Geogenanthus
  • Geogenanthus Rhizanthus
  • Geogenanthus Rhizanthus


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Synonyms

  • Pyrrheima rhizantha Ule [unknown]

Description

Geogenanthus rhizanthus (also called Rhizanthus Prickly Ash, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub or small tree native to French Polynesia. It has a rounded crown and can reach heights of up to 20 feet. Its leaves are pinnately compound and have a pungent odor when crushed. It is found in moist woods, thickets, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Geogenanthus rhizanthus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in the production of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Geogenanthus rhizanthus is small and yellowish-green in color. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are slender and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Geogenanthus rhizanthus is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m (10 ft) in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagate by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Geogenanthus rhizanthus

Geogenanthus rhizanthus is native to South America and can be found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Geogenanthus rhizanthus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Geogenanthus rhizanthus?

Geogenanthus rhizanthus

What is the common name of Geogenanthus rhizanthus?

Rhizanthous Geogenanthus

What is the natural habitat of Geogenanthus rhizanthus?

Dry grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed sites

Species in the Commelinaceae family

Aetheolirion stenolobium, Amischotolype glabrata, Amischotolype gracilis, Amischotolype griffithii, Amischotolype hispida, Amischotolype hookeri, Amischotolype irritans, Amischotolype laxiflora, Amischotolype marginata, Amischotolype mollissima, Amischotolype monosperma, Amischotolype sphagnorrhiza, Amischotolype tenuis, Amischotolype barbarossa, Amischotolype divaricata, Amischotolype dolichandra, Amischotolype hirsuta, Amischotolype leiocarpa, Amischotolype lobata, Amischotolype parvifructa, Amischotolype pedicellata, Amischotolype rostrata, Amischotolype strigosa, Amischotolype welzeniana, Aneilema acuminatum, Aneilema aequinoctiale, Aneilema alatum, Aneilema angolense, Aneilema aparine, Aneilema arenicola, Aneilema benadirense, Aneilema beniniense, Aneilema biflorum, Aneilema brasiliense, Aneilema brenanianum, Aneilema brunneospermum, Aneilema calceolus, Aneilema chrysopogon, Aneilema clarkei, Aneilema dispermum, Aneilema dregeanum, Aneilema forskaolii, Aneilema gillettii, Aneilema grandibracteolatum, Aneilema hirtum, Aneilema hockii, Aneilema homblei, Aneilema indehiscens, Aneilema johnstonii, Aneilema lamuense,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-246921: Based on the initial data import
Gerhard Brückner (1902-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Brückn.' in the authors string.