Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
aenea
ID:
503789

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lem.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1857

Citation Micro:
Ill. Hort. 4(Misc.): 52 (1857)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000503121



Common Names

  • Aeneous Spigelia
  • Aeneous Swainsona
  • Aeneous Pea


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Description

Spigelia aenea (also called Aeneous Spigelia, among many other common names) is an erect shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to Africa, and is found in dry sclerophyll forest, woodland, and shrubland. It has grey-green leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Spigelia aenea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Spigelia aenea is yellow and has five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed with a smooth surface. The seedling is a small, light green plant with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Spigelia aenea is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers and should be watered regularly. Fertilize the plant with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Spigelia aenea

Spigelia aenea can be found in the tropical rainforest of Central and South America.

Spigelia aenea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Spigelia aenea?

Spigelia aenea

What is the common name of Spigelia aenea?

Copperhead

What is the natural habitat of Spigelia aenea?

Dry, rocky woods and thickets

Species in the Spigelia genus

Spigelia paraguayensis, Spigelia palmeri, Spigelia nicotianiflora, Spigelia mexicana, Spigelia polystachya, Spigelia hamelioides, Spigelia guianensis, Spigelia longiflora, Spigelia humboldtiana, Spigelia kleinii, Spigelia anthelmia, Spigelia aenea, Spigelia cremnophila, Spigelia caaguazuensis, Spigelia cipoensis, Spigelia chocoensis, Spigelia colimensis, Spigelia megapotamica, Spigelia queretarensis, Spigelia amazonica, Spigelia schultesii, Spigelia genuflexa, Spigelia alabamensis, Spigelia aceifolia, Spigelia amplexicaulis, Spigelia beccabungoides, Spigelia carnosa, Spigelia cascatensis, Spigelia catarinensis, Spigelia heliotropoides, Spigelia herzogiana, Spigelia paraguariensis, Spigelia persicarioides, Spigelia pygmaea, Spigelia ramosa, Spigelia reitzii, Spigelia riedeliana, Spigelia rojasiana, Spigelia tetraptera, Spigelia valenzuelae, Spigelia vestita, Spigelia flemmingiana, Spigelia hedyotidea, Spigelia macrophylla, Spigelia martiana, Spigelia pedunculata, Spigelia pusilla, Spigelia scabrella, Spigelia sellowiana, Spigelia spartioides,

Species in the Loganiaceae family

Antonia ovata, Bonyunia antoniifolia, Bonyunia aquatica, Bonyunia minor, Bonyunia superba, Bonyunia venusta, Bonyunia spectabilis, Bonyunia excelsa, Bonyunia magnifica, Bonyunia nobilis, Bonyunia pulchra, Gardneria angustifolia, Gardneria lanceolata, Gardneria multiflora, Gardneria nutans, Gardneria ovata, Geniostoma angustifolium, Geniostoma antherotrichum, Geniostoma balansanum, Geniostoma biseriale, Geniostoma borbonicum, Geniostoma calcicola, Geniostoma celastrineum, Geniostoma clavatum, Geniostoma cyrtandrae, Geniostoma densiflora, Geniostoma erythrosperma, Geniostoma fagraeoides, Geniostoma gagnae, Geniostoma glaucescens, Geniostoma grandifolium, Geniostoma huttonii, Geniostoma leenhoutsii, Geniostoma macrophyllum, Geniostoma mooreanum, Geniostoma novae-caledoniae, Geniostoma pedunculatum, Geniostoma petiolosum, Geniostoma randianum, Geniostoma rapense, Geniostoma rarotongensis, Geniostoma remyana, Geniostoma rupestre, Geniostoma stipulare, Geniostoma sykesii, Geniostoma trichostylum, Geniostoma umbellatum, Geniostoma vestitum, Geniostoma weinlandii, Geniostoma imbricatum,