Gaudichaudia hirtella - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hirtella
ID:
695664
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Rich.) S.L.Jessup
Source:
cmp
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Madroño 49(4): 246. 2003 [2002 publ. 2003]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000694997
Common Names
- Gaudichaudia hirtella
- Gaudichaudia Hirtella var. Hirtella
- Gaudichaudia Hirtella var. Subhirtella
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- Aspicarpa hartwegiana A.Juss. [unknown]
- Aspicarpa humilis Nied. [unknown]
- Aspicarpa pruriens Desv. [unknown]
- Gaudichaudia humilis Benth. [unknown]
- Aspicarpa humilis (Benth.) A.Juss. [unknown]
Description
Gaudichaudia hirtella (also called ‘Hairy Gaudichaudia’, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is a small herbaceous perennial with a woody base, and grows up to 20 cm tall. It is native to Mexico, and is found in wet montane forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Gaudichaudia hirtella is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and flower beds. It has attractive flowers and is drought tolerant, making it ideal for areas with low rainfall. It is also used as a ground cover and can be used to create a beautiful landscape.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gaudichaudia hirtella has white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval shaped. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a single stem.
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Gaudichaudia hirtella is a tropical evergreen shrub that grows in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a moist, well-drained soil and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of branches and planted in a moist, well-drained soil. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they take root.
Where to Find Gaudichaudia hirtella
Gaudichaudia hirtella is native to Central and South America. It is found in moist, shady forests and can be found in parts of Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.
Gaudichaudia hirtella FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gaudichaudia hirtella?
Gaudichaudia hirtella
What type of plant is Gaudichaudia hirtella?
It is a type of succulent.
What is the habitat of Gaudichaudia hirtella?
It is found in dry, open areas in Mexico and Central America.
Species in the Gaudichaudia genus
Gaudichaudia albida, Gaudichaudia andersonii, Gaudichaudia chasei, Gaudichaudia congestiflora, Gaudichaudia cycloptera, Gaudichaudia cynanchoides, Gaudichaudia diandra, Gaudichaudia galeottiana, Gaudichaudia hexandra, Gaudichaudia hirtella, Gaudichaudia implexa, Gaudichaudia intermixteca, Gaudichaudia karwinskiana, Gaudichaudia krusei, Gaudichaudia macvaughii, Gaudichaudia mollis, Gaudichaudia palmeri, Gaudichaudia subverticillata, Gaudichaudia symplecta, Gaudichaudia synoptera, Gaudichaudia zygoptera,
Species in the Malpighiaceae family
Acmanthera cowanii, Acmanthera duckei, Acmanthera fernandesii, Acmanthera latifolia, Acmanthera longifolia, Acmanthera minima, Acmanthera parviflora, Acridocarpus adenophorus, Acridocarpus alopecurus, Acridocarpus alternifolius, Acridocarpus austrocaledonicus, Acridocarpus ballyi, Acridocarpus camerunensis, Acridocarpus chevalieri, Acridocarpus chloropterus, Acridocarpus congestus, Acridocarpus congolensis, Acridocarpus excelsus, Acridocarpus glaucescens, Acridocarpus hirundo, Acridocarpus humbertii, Acridocarpus humblotii, Acridocarpus katangensis, Acridocarpus ledermannii, Acridocarpus longifolius, Acridocarpus macrocalyx, Acridocarpus mayumbensis, Acridocarpus monodii, Acridocarpus natalitius, Acridocarpus oppositifolius, Acridocarpus orientalis, Acridocarpus pauciglandulosus, Acridocarpus perrieri, Acridocarpus plagiopterus, Acridocarpus prasinus, Acridocarpus scheffleri, Acridocarpus smeathmannii, Acridocarpus socotranus, Acridocarpus spectabilis, Acridocarpus staudtii, Acridocarpus ugandensis, Acridocarpus vanderystii, Acridocarpus vivy, Acridocarpus zanzibaricus, Adelphia hiraea, Adelphia macrophylla, Adelphia mirabilis, Adelphia platyrachis, Aenigmatanthera doniana, Aenigmatanthera lasiandra,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2817651: Based on the initial data import
Louis Claude Richard (1754-1821): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rich.' in the authors string.
Steven L. Jessup: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.L.Jessup' in the authors string.