Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
impudica
ID:
712379

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.F.Wilkins

Source:
cmp

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 16: 342 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000711712



Common Names

  • Impudent Guichenotia
  • Impudent-leaved Guichenotia
  • Impudent-leaf Guichenotia


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Description

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Guichenotia impudica 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 impudica can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods require regular watering and fertilizing.

Where to Find Guichenotia impudica

Guichenotia impudica is native to Central and South America.

Guichenotia impudica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Guichenotia impudica?

Guichenotia impudica

What is the common name of Guichenotia impudica?

Shameless Guichenotia

What is the natural range of Guichenotia impudica?

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-2834832: Based on the initial data import
Carolyn F. Wilkins (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.F.Wilkins' in the authors string.