Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
reygaertii
ID:
289752

Status:
valid

Authors:
De Wild.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 13: 382 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000289084



Common Names

  • Pycnocoma reygaertii
  • Reygaert's Pycnocoma
  • Reygaert's Pycnocoma


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Synonyms

  • Pycnocoma mortehanii De Wild. [unknown]

Description

Pycnocoma reygaertii (also called Reygaert's Pycnocoma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is a perennial herb that can reach up to 50 cm in height. It is native to Europe, where it is found in grassland and woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pycnocoma reygaertii has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach pains. It has also been used as a dye for fabrics and as a flavoring agent in food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pycnocoma reygaertii is a white to pinkish-white, tubular flower with four petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid nutlet. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pycnocoma reygaertii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some salt spray. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Pycnocoma reygaertii

Pycnocoma reygaertii can be found in the eastern United States, from New York to Florida and west to Texas and Oklahoma.

Pycnocoma reygaertii FAQ

What are the common names of Pycnocoma reygaertii?

Pycnocoma reygaertii is commonly known as the Reygaert's pycnocoma.

What is the growth habit of Pycnocoma reygaertii?

Pycnocoma reygaertii is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m in height.

Where is Pycnocoma reygaertii native to?

Pycnocoma reygaertii is native to tropical Africa.

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References