Status:
valid
Authors:
Kuntze
Source:
cmp
Year:
1898
Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 3(2): 264 (1898)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000614732
Common Names
- Colignonia rufopilosa
- Rufous-haired Yellow-eyed Grass
- Xyris rufopilosa
Description
Colignonia rufopilosa (also called Red-haired Colignonia, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m in height. It is native to tropical regions of South America and is found in wet grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Colignonia rufopilosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin ailments and respiratory problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Colignonia rufopilosa is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, round, brown seed. The seedlings are small, round, and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Colignonia rufopilosa is a shrub native to South America. It is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub with fragrant white flowers. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. Water regularly during the growing season and reduce watering in winter. It is also sensitive to frost.
Where to Find Colignonia rufopilosa
Colignonia rufopilosa is native to South America and can be found in the tropical forests of the region.
Colignonia rufopilosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Colignonia rufopilosa?
Colignonia rufopilosa
What are the common names of Colignonia rufopilosa?
Rufopilosa colignonia
What are the uses of Colignonia rufopilosa?
Colignonia rufopilosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.
Species in the Colignonia genus
Species in the Nyctaginaceae family
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Abronia alpina,
Abronia ameliae,
Abronia ammophila,
Abronia angustifolia,
Abronia argillosa,
Abronia bigelovii,
Abronia bolackii,
Abronia carnea,
Abronia crux-maltae,
Abronia elliptica,
Abronia fragrans,
Abronia gracilis,
Abronia latifolia,
Abronia macrocarpa,
Abronia maritima,
Abronia mellifera,
Abronia micrantha,
Abronia minor,
Abronia nana,
Abronia nealleyi,
Abronia parviflora,
Abronia pogonantha,
Abronia turbinata,
Abronia umbellata,
Abronia villosa,
Abronia insularis,
Abronia neurophylla,
Abronia platyphylla,
Abronia variabilis,
Acleisanthes acutifolia,
Acleisanthes angustifolia,
Acleisanthes anisophylla,
Acleisanthes chenopodioides,
Acleisanthes crassifolia,
Acleisanthes diffusa,
Acleisanthes lanceolata,
Acleisanthes longiflora,
Acleisanthes nana,
Acleisanthes nevadensis,
Acleisanthes obtusa,
Acleisanthes palmeri,
Acleisanthes parvifolia,
Acleisanthes purpusiana,
Acleisanthes somalensis,
Acleisanthes undulata,
Acleisanthes wrightii,
Allionia choisyi,
Allionia incarnata,
Allionia viscida,