Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Species:
macrorhizus
ID:
702740

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harv. ex Benth. & Hook.f.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
Gen. Pl. 1: 840 (1867)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000702073



Common Names

  • Long-rooted Gerrardanthus
  • Macrorhizus Gerrardanthus
  • Macrorhizus False Foxglove


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Synonyms

  • Gerrardanthus portentosus Naudin ex Durieu [unknown]
  • Gerrardanthus megarhizus Decne. & Harv. [unknown]

Description

Gerrardanthus macrorhizus (also called Long-rooted Gerrardanthus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States and Mexico. It is found in moist to wet habitats, such as swamps, bogs, and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Gerrardanthus macrorhizus is used as an ornamental plant in rock gardens and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gerrardanthus macrorhizus has white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet fragrance. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gerrardanthus macrorhizus is a perennial plant that is native to the eastern United States. It is hardy in USDA zones 4-9 and prefers full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in the spring and the plants should be spaced 12-18 inches apart. The soil should be well-drained and kept moist. Fertilize the plants in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Gerrardanthus macrorhizus

Gerrardanthus macrorhizus can be found in South Africa.

Gerrardanthus macrorhizus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gerrardanthus macrorhizus?

Gerrardanthus macrorhizus

What type of plant is Gerrardanthus macrorhizus?

Herbaceous perennial

What is the natural habitat of Gerrardanthus macrorhizus?

Grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Cucurbitaceae family

Abobra tenuifolia, Acanthosicyos horridus, Actinostemma lobatum, Actinostemma parvifolium, Actinostemma tenerum, Alsomitra macrocarpa, Ampelosicyos humblotii, Ampelosicyos major, Ampelosicyos meridionalis, Ampelosicyos scandens, Ampelosicyos bosseri, Ampelosicyos leandrii, Ampelosycios meridionalis, Ampelosycios scandens, Apodanthera anatuyana, Apodanthera argentea, Apodanthera aspera, Apodanthera biflora, Apodanthera bradei, Apodanthera cinerea, Apodanthera eriocalyx, Apodanthera fasciculata, Apodanthera ferreyrana, Apodanthera glaziovii, Apodanthera hindii, Apodanthera hirtella, Apodanthera laciniosa, Apodanthera linearis, Apodanthera mandonii, Apodanthera mathewsii, Apodanthera palmeri, Apodanthera sagittifolia, Apodanthera smilacifolia, Apodanthera succulenta, Apodanthera tumbeziana, Apodanthera ulei, Apodanthera undulata, Apodanthera villosa, Apodanthera weberbaueri, Apodanthera longipedicellata, Austrobryonia argillicola, Austrobryonia centralis, Austrobryonia micrantha, Austrobryonia pilbarensis, Baijiania borneensis, Baijiania taiwaniana, Baijiania decipiens, Baijiania smitinandii, Bambekea racemosa, Bayabusua clarkei,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2824741: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
William Henry Harvey (1811-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harv.' in the authors string.