Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
clavata
ID:
421926

Status:
valid

Authors:
Splitg.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Tijdschr. Natuurl. Gesch. Physiol. 7: 133 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000421258



Common Names

  • Voyria clavata
  • Club-shaped Voyria
  • Clavate Voyria


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Description

Voyria clavata (also called Club-shaped Voyria, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a creeping habit and grows up to 20 cm tall. It has small, bright green, lance-shaped leaves and small white flowers. It prefers sandy soils and is often found in coastal regions and dunes.

Uses & Benefits

Voyria clavata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Voyria clavata has small, white, fragrant flowers that are borne in clusters. The flowers are followed by small, black, nut-like fruits. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Voyria clavata is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers a sunny position and moist soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Voyria clavata

Voyria clavata is native to tropical regions of South America.

Voyria clavata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Voyria clavata?

Voyria clavata

What type of plant is Voyria clavata?

Herbaceous perennial

Where does Voyria clavata grow?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America

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,

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