Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
rhodantha
ID:
376984

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Franch.) T.N.Ho & S.W.Liu

Source:
ksu

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Bot. Bull. Acad. Sin. 43: 89 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000376316



Common Names

  • Metagentiana rhodantha
  • Rhodantha
  • Metagentiana


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Description

Metagentiana rhodantha (also called 'Rose-Flowered Metagentiana', among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous, perennial plant native to South America. It has a single, smooth, oblong-shaped leaf and produces small pink flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in the understory of tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Metagentiana rhodantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Metagentiana rhodantha is small, yellow and pea-like. The seed is a small, round nutlet. Seedlings are small, slender and grass-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Metagentiana rhodantha can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).

Where to Find Metagentiana rhodantha

Metagentiana rhodantha can be found in tropical Africa, India, and Sri Lanka.

Metagentiana rhodantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Metagentiana rhodantha?

Metagentiana rhodantha

What is the natural habitat of Metagentiana rhodantha?

Tropical forests of Central and South America

What is the flower color of Metagentiana rhodantha?

White to pale yellow

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

Adrien René Franchet (1834-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Franch.' in the authors string.
Shang Wu Liu (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.W.Liu' in the authors string.
Ting Nung Ho (1938-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.N.Ho' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:70028053-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.