Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Species:
tucumanensis
ID:
1330494

Status:
valid

Authors:
Huaylla

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 70(3)-41: 1 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342948



Common Names

  • Tucuman Ennealophus
  • Tucumanensis Ennealophus
  • Ennealophus tucumanensis


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Uses & Benefits

Ennealophus tucumanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal tea which is believed to have many health benefits.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ennealophus tucumanensis has yellow flowers with red centers and is a member of the mint family. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have short, thick stems with large, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ennealophus tucumanensis is a perennial herb that is native to Central America. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist soil mix. Plants should be grown in full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Ennealophus tucumanensis

Ennealophus tucumanensis can be found in the tropical rainforests of Colombia and Ecuador.

Ennealophus tucumanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ennealophus tucumanensis?

Ennealophus tucumanensis

What is the common name of Ennealophus tucumanensis?

Tucumanensis Ennealophus

What is the natural habitat of Ennealophus tucumanensis?

It is native to the Mediterranean region of Europe and North Africa.

Species in the Iridaceae family

Alophia drummondii, Alophia intermedia, Alophia medusa, Alophia silvestris, Alophia veracruzana, Aristea abyssinica, Aristea africana, Aristea alata, Aristea anceps, Aristea angolensis, Aristea angustifolia, Aristea bakeri, Aristea bequaertii, Aristea biflora, Aristea cantharophila, Aristea capitata, Aristea cladocarpa, Aristea compressa, Aristea cuspidata, Aristea dichotoma, Aristea djalonis, Aristea ecklonii, Aristea fimbriata, Aristea flexicaulis, Aristea galpinii, Aristea glauca, Aristea goetzei, Aristea grandis, Aristea humbertii, Aristea inaequalis, Aristea juncifolia, Aristea kitchingii, Aristea latifolia, Aristea lugens, Aristea madagascariensis, Aristea montana, Aristea monticola, Aristea nyikensis, Aristea oligocephala, Aristea palustris, Aristea parviflora, Aristea pauciflora, Aristea platycaulis, Aristea polycephala, Aristea pusilla, Aristea racemosa, Aristea ranomafana, Aristea recisa, Aristea rigidifolia, Aristea rupicola,

References

Hibert Huaylla (b.1978): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Huaylla' in the authors string.