Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
argyrophyllus
ID:
1306508

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Harley) Harley & J.F.B.Pastore

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 58: 33 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318962





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Description

Oocephalus argyrophyllus (also called 'Silver-leafed Oocephalus', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with white flowers and silver-grey leaves native to the Caribbean and Central America. It grows in moist forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Oocephalus argyrophyllus can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and showy flowers.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Oocephalus argyrophyllus var. pedunculatus (Harley) Harley & J.F.B.Pastore

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oocephalus argyrophyllus has white flowers with yellow centers that are about 1 cm in diameter and have four petals. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves and are about 2 cm in height.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oocephalus argyrophyllus is a shrub native to Brazil. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun. Propagation is by cuttings or by seeds. The seeds should be sown on a sterile, moist medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Oocephalus argyrophyllus

Oocephalus argyrophyllus can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

Oocephalus argyrophyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oocephalus argyrophyllus?

Oocephalus argyrophyllus

What type of plant is Oocephalus argyrophyllus?

Herb

Where is Oocephalus argyrophyllus found?

South America

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

Raymond Mervyn Harley (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harley' in the authors string.
José Floriano Barêa Pastore (b.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.B.Pastore' in the authors string.