Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
krusei
ID:
695671

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.R.Anderson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Contr. Univ. Michigan Herb. 16: 69 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000695004



Common Names

  • Gaudichaudia krusei
  • Kruse's Gaudichaudia
  • Gaudichaudia Krusei


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Description

Gaudichaudia krusei (also called ‘Kruse’s 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 krusei 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 krusei 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Gaudichaudia krusei 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 krusei

Gaudichaudia krusei 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 krusei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gaudichaudia krusei?

Gaudichaudia krusei

What type of plant is Gaudichaudia krusei?

It is a perennial herbaceous plant

Where does Gaudichaudia krusei grow?

It is native to South America

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,

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