Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
apetala
ID:
712373

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.S.George

Source:
cmp

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
J. Roy. Soc. Western Australia 50: 99 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000711706



Common Names

  • Guichenotia apetala
  • Apetalous Guichenotia
  • Apetalous Guichenotiopsis


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Description

Guichenotia apetala (also called Apetalous 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 apetala is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Guichenotia apetala 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 apetala can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a sandy soil. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Guichenotia apetala

Guichenotia apetala is native to Central and South America.

Guichenotia apetala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Guichenotia apetala?

Guichenotia apetala

What is the common name of Guichenotia apetala?

Apetalous Guichenotia

What is the natural range of Guichenotia apetala?

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-2834827: Based on the initial data import
Alex George (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.S.George' in the authors string.