Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
giorgii
ID:
312378

Status:
valid

Authors:
(De Wild.) Champl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Syst. Geogr. Pl. 69: 16 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000311710



Common Names

  • Solenostemon giorgii
  • Giorgio's Solenostemon
  • Giorgio-like Solenostemon


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Synonyms

  • Coleus giorgii De Wild. [unknown]

Description

Solenostemon giorgii (also called Giorgi's Solenostemon, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a rounded crown and a single trunk. It is native to South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Solenostemon giorgii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Solenostemon giorgii are white and bell-shaped, with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Solenostemon giorgii can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist.

Where to Find Solenostemon giorgii

Solenostemon giorgii is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Solenostemon giorgii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Solenostemon giorgii?

Solenostemon giorgii

What is the common name of Solenostemon giorgii?

Giorgi's Solenostemon

What is the natural habitat of Solenostemon giorgii?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Solenostemon genus

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

Émile Auguste Joseph De Wildeman (1866-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'De Wild.' in the authors string.
Dominique Champluvier (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Champl.' in the authors string.