Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Genus:
Species:
gracilis
ID:
1301595

Status:
valid

Authors:
Keraudren

Source:
tro

Year:
1961

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 107: 299 (1961)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001300933



Common Names

  • Seyrigia gracilis
  • Seyrigia
  • Graceful Seyrigia


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Description

Seyrigia gracilis (also called 'Slender Star-grass', among many other common names) is an annual grass native to South America. It has a thin stem and a tuft of narrow leaves at the base. It grows in open areas, such as fields, roadsides, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Seyrigia gracilis is used as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine. It has anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Seyrigia gracilis is white with a yellow center, and the seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling has a single, thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Seyrigia gracilis is a tropical vine that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and requires regular watering. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Seyrigia gracilis

Seyrigia gracilis can be found in Central America, including Guatemala, El Salvador, and Nicaragua.

Seyrigia gracilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Seyrigia gracilis?

Seyrigia gracilis

What is the common name of Seyrigia gracilis?

Graceful Seyrigia

What is the family of Seyrigia gracilis?

Cucurbitaceae

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,

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