Priogymnanthus saxicola - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
saxicola
ID:
1317762
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lombardi
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 221: 66 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330216
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Priogymnanthus saxicola (also called Saxicolous Priogymnanthus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to South America and is found in dry and moist forests.
Uses & Benefits
Priogymnanthus saxicola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Priogymnanthus saxicola is a small, white, five-petaled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, pointed leaf with a thin stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Priogymnanthus saxicola is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Priogymnanthus saxicola
Priogymnanthus saxicola is native to the Mediterranean region, but can also be found in parts of Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Priogymnanthus saxicola FAQ
What type of plant is Priogymnanthus saxicola?
Priogymnanthus saxicola is a type of succulent.
Where does Priogymnanthus saxicola grow?
Priogymnanthus saxicola is native to Peru.
What are the care requirements for Priogymnanthus saxicola?
Priogymnanthus saxicola prefers bright, indirect light and dry soil.
Species in the Priogymnanthus genus
Species in the Oleaceae family
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References
Julio Antonio Lombardi (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lombardi' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60469218-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].