Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
alba
ID:
712371

Status:
valid

Authors:
Keighery

Source:
cmp

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 8: 320 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000711704



Common Names

  • Guichenotia alba
  • White Guichenotia
  • White Guichenotiopsis


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Description

Guichenotia alba (also called White guichenotia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Onagraceae family. It is native to Central and South America. It grows in tropical moist lowland forests and moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Guichenotia alba is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Guichenotia alba has white flowers with yellow centres and long, narrow leaves. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Guichenotia alba is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer and cuttings should be taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Guichenotia alba

Guichenotia alba is native to Central and South America.

Guichenotia alba FAQ

What is the scientific name of Guichenotia alba?

Guichenotia alba

What is the common name of Guichenotia alba?

White guichenotia

What is the natural habitat of Guichenotia alba?

Tropical forests in Costa Rica and Panama

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

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