Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
angustifolia
ID:
712372

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Turcz.) Druce

Source:
cmp

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Rep. Bot. Soc. Exch. Club Brit. Isles 4: 625 (1916 publ. 1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000711705



Common Names

  • Guichenotia angustifolia
  • Narrow-leaved Guichenotia
  • Narrow-leaved Guichenotiopsis


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Description

Guichenotia angustifolia (also called Narrow-leaved 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 angustifolia is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Guichenotia angustifolia has white flowers with yellow centres and narrow, lance-shaped 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 angustifolia 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 angustifolia

Guichenotia angustifolia is native to Central and South America.

Guichenotia angustifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Guichenotia angustifolia?

Guichenotia angustifolia

What is the common name of Guichenotia angustifolia?

Narrow-leaved Guichenotia

What is the natural range of Guichenotia angustifolia?

Central America

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2834826: Based on the initial data import
Nikolai Turczaninov (1796-1864): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Turcz.' in the authors string.
George Claridge Druce (1850-1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Druce' in the authors string.