Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
peruvianus
ID:
566962

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ruhland

Source:
wcs

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 30: 253 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000566294



Common Names

  • Syngonanthus peruvianus
  • Peruvianus Syngonanthus
  • Peruvianus' Syngonanthus


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Description

Syngonanthus peruvianus (also called 'Peruvian Syngonanthus', among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to Peru. It has thin, green stems and small, white flowers. It grows in moist areas, such as in the understory of tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Syngonanthus peruvianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, cough, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Syngonanthus peruvianus is white and bell-shaped. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Syngonanthus peruvianus is a small perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by division of the rhizomes or by seed. The rhizomes should be divided in the spring or fall and planted in moist, well-drained soil. The seeds should be sown in the spring in a seed tray filled with moist, well-drained soil. The seedlings should be transplanted into individual pots when they are large enough to handle. The plants should be kept moist and fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Syngonanthus peruvianus

Syngonanthus peruvianus can be found in the Peruvian states of Amazonas, Cajamarca, Huánuco, Junín, and La Libertad.

Syngonanthus peruvianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Syngonanthus peruvianus?

Syngonanthus peruvianus

What is the common name of Syngonanthus peruvianus?

Peruvian Yellow Rattle

What is the habitat of Syngonanthus peruvianus?

Grassland, heaths, and scrub

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,

References

Wilhelm Ruhland (1878-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruhland' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:248342-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.