Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
apurensis
ID:
1251208

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wurdack

Source:
tro

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 14: 264 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001250546



Common Names

  • Rhynchanthera apurensis
  • Apure Rhynchanthera
  • Apure Tree


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Description

Rhynchanthera apurensis (also called Apure Rhynchanthera, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Melastomataceae family. It is an evergreen shrub that typically grows to 0.5-1 m tall. It is native to the Andes, from Venezuela to Bolivia, and prefers to grow in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Rhynchanthera apurensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhynchanthera apurensis has white, bell-shaped flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a toothed margin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhynchanthera apurensis is a perennial shrub native to South America. It is easy to propagate from seed and can be grown in a wide range of soils. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Rhynchanthera apurensis

Rhynchanthera apurensis is native to the Venezuelan Andes.

Rhynchanthera apurensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhynchanthera apurensis?

Rhynchanthera apurensis

What type of soil does Rhynchanthera apurensis prefer?

Rhynchanthera apurensis prefers moist, well-drained soil.

What type of climate does Rhynchanthera apurensis prefer?

Rhynchanthera apurensis prefers warm, humid climates.

Species in the Melastomataceae family

Acanthella sprucei, Acanthella pulchra, Acanthella conferta, Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria, Acisanthera pulchella, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera boliviensis, Acisanthera variabilis, Acisanthera uniflora, Acisanthera alsinaefolia, Acisanthera paraguayensis, Acisanthera alata, Acisanthera hedyotoidea, Acisanthera glazioviana, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera ayangannae, Acisanthera divaricata, Adelobotrys ciliatus, Adelobotrys atlanticus, Adelobotrys adscendens, Adelobotrys barbatus, Adelobotrys ciliata, Adelobotrys macrophylla, Adelobotrys praetexta, Adelobotrys tessmannii, Adelobotrys boissieriana, Adelobotrys fuscescens, Adelobotrys macrantha, Adelobotrys rotundifolius, Adelobotrys subsessilis, Adelobotrys jefensis, Adelobotrys linearifolia, Adelobotrys ayangannensis, Adelobotrys scandens,

References