Status:
valid
Authors:
(R.H.Schomb.) Hallier f.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1918
Citation Micro:
Meded. Rijks-Herb. 35: 13 (1918)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000682742
Common Names
- Euphronia guianensis
- Guianan Euphronia
- Guianan False-Foxglove
Synonyms
- Lightiodendron guianense (Schomburgk) Rauschert [unknown]
- Lightia guianensis Schomb. [unknown]
Description
Euphronia guianensis (also called Guiana Euphronia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the mountains of South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves with small white flowers. It grows in meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Euphronia guianensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb to treat eye disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Euphronia guianensis is white or pink, with a yellowish center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Euphronia guianensis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in early spring or autumn. It should be planted in a sunny or partially shaded position in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Euphronia guianensis
Euphronia guianensis is native to South America.
Euphronia guianensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Euphronia guianensis?
Euphronia guianensis
What is the common name of Euphronia guianensis?
Guianan Euphronia
What is the natural habitat of Euphronia guianensis?
Grasslands and open woodlands
Species in the Euphronia genus
Species in the Euphroniaceae family