Status:
valid
Authors:
Broth.
Source:
tro
Year:
1924
Citation Micro:
Ergebn. Bot. Exped. Südbras., Musci 339 1924
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001179210
Common Names
- Rhynchostegiopsis brasiliensis
- Brasiliensis Rhynchostegiopsis
- Brazilian Rhynchostegiopsis
Uses & Benefits
Rhynchostegiopsis brasiliensis is a popular ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used as a groundcover in gardens and as a low-maintenance lawn alternative.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Rhynchostegiopsis brasiliensis is small and white, with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, slender stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Where to Find Rhynchostegiopsis brasiliensis
Rhynchostegiopsis brasiliensis can be found in Brazil.
Species in the Rhynchostegiopsis genus
Species in the Leucomiaceae family
Leucomium crinitifolium,
Leucomium strumosum,
Leucomium steerei,
Leucomium decolyi,
Rhynchostegiopsis carolae,
Rhynchostegiopsis costaricensis,
Rhynchostegiopsis brasiliensis,
Rhynchostegiopsis flexuosa,
Rhynchostegiopsis tunguraguana,
Tetrastichium fontanum,
Tetrastichium virens,