Gaudichaudia palmeri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
palmeri
ID:
695685
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Watson
Source:
cmp
Year:
1886
Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 21: 421 (1886)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000695018
Common Names
- Gaudichaudia palmeri
- Palmeri Gaudichaudia
- Gaudichaudia Palmeri
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gaudichaudia palmeri (also called ‘Palmer’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 palmeri 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 palmeri 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gaudichaudia palmeri 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 palmeri
Gaudichaudia palmeri is native to Mexico and Central America.
Gaudichaudia palmeri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gaudichaudia palmeri?
Gaudichaudia palmeri
What type of plant is Gaudichaudia palmeri?
It is a perennial herbaceous plant
Where does Gaudichaudia palmeri grow?
It is native to South 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-2817670: Based on the initial data import
Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.