Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
gerrardii
ID:
605292

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hochr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Annuaire Conserv. Jard. Bot. Genève 6: 56 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000604624



Common Names

  • Gerrard's Cienfuegosia
  • Cienfuegosia Gerrardii
  • Cienfuegosia


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Synonyms

  • Thespesia rehmannii Szyszył. [unknown]
  • Bupariti rehmannii (Szyszył.) Rothm. [unknown]
  • Fugosia gerrardii Harv. [unknown]

Description

Cienfuegosia gerrardii (also called 'Gerrard's Cienfuegosia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Apiaceae family. It is native to South America and is found in wet meadows, marshes, and along streams. It has a rosette of deeply divided, lacy leaves and a central inflorescence with white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Cienfuegosia gerrardii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for its attractive foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cienfuegosia gerrardii is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cienfuegosia gerrardii can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by division, the offsets should be removed from the base of the plant and planted in a well-draining soil mix. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. The plants should be grown in a bright, indirect light and watered when the soil is dry.

Where to Find Cienfuegosia gerrardii

Cienfuegosia gerrardii can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Venezuela.

Cienfuegosia gerrardii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cienfuegosia gerrardii?

Cienfuegosia gerrardii

What type of plant is Cienfuegosia gerrardii?

A flowering plant

What is the natural habitat of Cienfuegosia gerrardii?

It is found in South America, particularly in Brazil and Colombia

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