Status:
valid
Authors:
Gardner & Champ.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1849
Citation Micro:
Hooker's J. Bot. Kew Gard. Misc. 1: 312 (1849)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000683510
Common Names
- Eustigma oblongifolium
- Oblong-leaved Eustigma
- Oblong-leaved False Bindweed
Description
Eustigma oblongifolium (also called 'Oblong-Leaf Eustigma', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with small, white, star-shaped flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is commonly found in rocky, dry hillsides.
Uses & Benefits
Eustigma oblongifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower for bouquets.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Eustigma oblongifolium is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Eustigma oblongifolium is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. The plant can be divided in the spring or fall.
Where to Find Eustigma oblongifolium
Eustigma oblongifolium is found in South America.
Eustigma oblongifolium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eustigma oblongifolium?
Eustigma oblongifolium
What is the family of Eustigma oblongifolium?
Scrophulariaceae
What is the common name of Eustigma oblongifolium?
Oblong-leaved Eustigma
Species in the Eustigma genus
Species in the Hamamelidaceae family
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Corylopsis brevistyla,
Corylopsis calcicola,
Corylopsis coreana,
Corylopsis glabrescens,
Corylopsis glandulifera,
Corylopsis glaucescens,
Corylopsis gotoana,
Corylopsis henryi,
Corylopsis himalayana,
Corylopsis microcarpa,
Corylopsis multiflora,
Corylopsis obovata,
Corylopsis omeiensis,
Corylopsis pauciflora,
Corylopsis platypetala,
Corylopsis rotundifolia,
Corylopsis sinensis,
Corylopsis trabeculosa,
Corylopsis veitchiana,
Corylopsis velutina,
Corylopsis willmottiae,
Corylopsis yui,
Corylopsis yunnanensis,
Corylopsis spicata,
Dicoryphe angustifolia,
Dicoryphe buddlejoides,
Dicoryphe gracilis,
Dicoryphe guatteriifolia,
Dicoryphe lanceolata,
Dicoryphe laurifolia,
Dicoryphe laurina,
Dicoryphe macrophylla,
Dicoryphe platyphylla,
Dicoryphe retusa,
Dicoryphe stipulacea,
Dicoryphe viticoides,
Disanthus cercidifolius,
Distyliopsis dunnii,
Distyliopsis lanata,
Distyliopsis laurifolia,
Distyliopsis salicifolia,
Distyliopsis tutcheri,
Distyliopsis yunnanensis,
Distylium annamicum,
Distylium buxifolium,
Distylium chinense,
Distylium chinense,
Distylium chungii,