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
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.
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
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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,