Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
albiflorum
ID:
742290

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rusby) Boggan, L.E.Skog & Roalson

Source:
cmp

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Selbyana 29: 162 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000741623



Common Names

  • Albiflorum Amalophyllon
  • Albiflorum Amalophyllon
  • Albiflorum Amalophyllon


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Description

Amalophyllon albiflorum (also called 'White-flowered Amalophyllon', among many other common names) is a tuberous perennial plant native to the tropical regions of South America. It has large, heart-shaped, green leaves with white or pink veins and produces small, white flowers in summer. It grows in moist, well-drained soils and is often found in shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Amalophyllon albiflorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also known to be an air purifier and can help reduce indoor air pollution.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Amalophyllon albiflorum is white or pink, with five petals and five sepals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Amalophyllon albiflorum is an evergreen, perennial, climbing shrub with glossy, oval leaves and tubular, two-lipped, white flowers in spring and summer. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer, or from seed. It prefers a well-drained, humus-rich soil in partial shade.

Where to Find Amalophyllon albiflorum

Amalophyllon albiflorum can be found in Mexico.

Amalophyllon albiflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Amalophyllon albiflorum?

Amalophyllon albiflorum

What type of plant is Amalophyllon albiflorum?

Herb

Where is Amalophyllon albiflorum found?

South America

Species in the Gesneriaceae family

Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2888445: Based on the initial data import
Henry Hurd Rusby (1855-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rusby' in the authors string.
Laurence Skog (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.E.Skog' in the authors string.
Eric Howard Roalson (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roalson' in the authors string.
John Kendall Boggan (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boggan' in the authors string.