Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
oneillii
ID:
566896

Status:
valid

Authors:
Moldenke

Source:
wcs

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 1: 346 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000566228



Common Names

  • Syngonanthus oneillii
  • Oneill's Syngonanthus
  • O'Neill's Syngonanthus


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Description

Syngonanthus oneillii (also called O'Neill's Syngonanthus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a creeping habit. It is native to the Atlantic Forest biome in Brazil and is found in humid montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Syngonanthus oneillii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Syngonanthus oneillii has yellow-green flowers with a purple center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Syngonanthus oneillii is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining soil mix. Division should be done in spring or summer.

Where to Find Syngonanthus oneillii

Syngonanthus oneillii can be found in the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Paraguay, and Bolivia.

Syngonanthus oneillii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Syngonanthus oneillii?

Syngonanthus oneillii

What type of plant is Syngonanthus oneillii?

It is a species of flowering plant in the family Eriocaulaceae.

What is the natural habitat of Syngonanthus oneillii?

It is native to Brazil.

Species in the Eriocaulaceae family

Comanthera kegeliana, Comanthera harleyi, Comanthera euschemus, Comanthera elegantula, Comanthera elegans, Comanthera dealbata, Comanthera curralensis, Comanthera brasiliana, Comanthera bisulcata, Comanthera bahiensis, Comanthera aurifibrata, Comanthera aciphylla, Comanthera hatschbachii, Comanthera xeranthemoides, Comanthera caespitosa, Comanthera centauroides, Comanthera reflexa, Comanthera jenmanii, Comanthera floccosa, Comanthera circinnata, Comanthera cipoensis, Comanthera giuliettiae, Comanthera suberosa, Comanthera ruprechtiana, Comanthera paepalophylla, Comanthera nivea, Comanthera nitida, Comanthera magnifica, Comanthera imbricata, Comanthera mucugensis, Comanthera lanosa, Comanthera retroflexa, Comanthera pignalii, Comanthera brunnea, Comanthera dimera, Comanthera angustifolia, Comanthera tricostata, Comanthera borbae, Eriocaulon abyssinicum, Eriocaulon achiton, Eriocaulon acutibracteatum, Eriocaulon acutifolium, Eriocaulon adamesii, Eriocaulon aethiopicum, Eriocaulon africanum, Eriocaulon afzelianum, Eriocaulon albocapitatum, Eriocaulon alleizettei, Eriocaulon alpestre, Eriocaulon alpinum,

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