Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
patagonicum
ID:
312879

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Speg.) Esser

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Gen. Euphorbiacearum 371. 2001

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000312211



Common Names

  • Spegazziniophytum patagonicum
  • Patagonicum Spegazziniophytum
  • Patagonicum Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Sapium patagonicum (Speg.) D.J.Rogers [unknown]
  • Spirostachys patagonica Griseb. [unknown]
  • Stillingia patagonica Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Colliguaja patagonica Speg. [unknown]

Description

Spegazziniophytum patagonicum (also called 'Patagonian Spegazziniophytum', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Central and South America, from Mexico to Peru. It grows in wet forests at elevations of 500 to 1800 meters. It has a single, upright, unbranched stem, up to 1.5 meters tall, and bears up to 30 fragrant, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Spegazziniophytum patagonicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Spegazziniophytum patagonicum is yellow with a long, slender spadix. The seed is small, round and black. The seedling has a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Spegazziniophytum patagonicum can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or summer, with each division having at least two growth points. Both methods require bright, indirect light and temperatures of 65-75°F (18-24°C).

Where to Find Spegazziniophytum patagonicum

Spegazziniophytum patagonicum is native to South America and can be found in temperate and subtropical forests.

Spegazziniophytum patagonicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Spegazziniophytum patagonicum?

Spegazziniophytum patagonicum

What is the common name of Spegazziniophytum patagonicum?

Patagonian Plant

What is the natural habitat of Spegazziniophytum patagonicum?

Arid and semi-arid regions

Species in the Spegazziniophytum genus

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-193361: Based on the initial data import
Carlos Luigi Spegazzini (1858-1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Speg.' in the authors string.
Hans-Joachim Esser (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Esser' in the authors string.