Status:
valid
Authors:
Breteler
Source:
cmp
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 118: 114 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000668011
Common Names
- Engomegoma gordonii
- Gordonii Tree
- Engomegoma Tree
Description
Engomegoma gordonii (also called Gordon's engomegoma, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to western North America, from British Columbia to California, and is found in moist meadows, woodlands, and along streams. It has small, white flowers with yellow centers and deeply divided leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Engomegoma gordonii is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Engomegoma gordonii has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and oval in shape. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Engomegoma gordonii is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in spring or early summer. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until established.
Where to Find Engomegoma gordonii
Engomegoma gordonii is native to Central and South America.
Engomegoma gordonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Engomegoma gordonii?
Engomegoma gordonii
What is the family of Engomegoma gordonii?
Acanthaceae
What is the common name of Engomegoma gordonii?
Gordon's Acanthus
Species in the Engomegoma genus
Species in the Olacaceae family
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Anacolosa cauliflora,
Anacolosa clarkii,
Anacolosa crassipes,
Anacolosa densiflora,
Anacolosa frutescens,
Anacolosa glochidiiformis,
Anacolosa griffithii,
Anacolosa ilicoides,
Anacolosa insularis,
Anacolosa lutea,
Anacolosa papuana,
Anacolosa pervilleana,
Anacolosa poilanei,
Anacolosa uncifera,
Aptandra caudata,
Aptandra liriosmoides,
Aptandra tubicina,
Aptandra zenkeri,
Brachynema axillare,
Brachynema ramiflorum,
Cathedra acuminata,
Cathedra bahiensis,
Cathedra grandiflora,
Cathedra paraensis,
Cathedra rubricaulis,
Chaunochiton angustifolium,
Chaunochiton kappleri,
Chaunochiton loranthoides,
Coula edulis,
Curupira tefeensis,
Diogoa retivenia,
Diogoa zenkeri,
Douradoa consimilis,
Engomegoma gordonii,
Erythropalum scandens,
Harmandia mekongensis,
Heisteria acuminata,
Heisteria amazonica,
Heisteria asplundii,
Heisteria barbata,
Heisteria blanchetiana,
Heisteria citrifolia,
Heisteria coccinea,
Heisteria concinna,
Heisteria costaricensis,
Heisteria cyathiformis,
Heisteria densifrons,
Heisteria duckei,
Heisteria insculpta,