Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
speciosa
ID:
732935

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cham. & Schltdl.) Maas

Source:
cmp

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Proc. Kon. Ned. Akad. Wetensch. C 88: 410 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000732268



Common Names

  • Irlbachia speciosa
  • Showy Irlbachia
  • Attractive Irlbachia


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Description

Irlbachia speciosa (also called Bloodleaf, Chicken Gizzard, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Central and South America. It has long, oval-shaped leaves with red veins and stems. It grows in moist, shady areas, and is often used as a ground cover in gardens.

Uses & Benefits

Irlbachia speciosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Irlbachia speciosa is a small white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and delicate with long, thin stems and small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Irlbachia speciosa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from young shoots and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Irlbachia speciosa

Irlbachia speciosa is native to the Amazon rainforest in Brazil.

Irlbachia speciosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Irlbachia speciosa?

Irlbachia speciosa

What is the natural habitat of Irlbachia speciosa?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

What are the common uses of Irlbachia speciosa?

Medicinal, ornamental, and timber

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

References

Diederich Franz Leonhard von Schlechtendal (1794-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltdl.' in the authors string.
Adelbert von Chamisso (1781-1838): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cham.' in the authors string.
Paul Maas (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maas' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:278885-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.