Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
commelinoides
ID:
290649

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Barb.Rodr.) Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Bradea 2: 201 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000289981



Common Names

  • Commelinoides Aspidogyne
  • Commelinoides' Aspidogyne
  • Commelinoides Aspidogyne


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Synonyms

  • Physurus commelinoides Barb.Rodr. [unknown]
  • Erythrodes commelinoides Ames [unknown]

Description

Aspidogyne commelinoides (also called Commelina-like Aspidogyne, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It is a small evergreen shrub growing up to 2 m tall. It is found in dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands, often in association with other shrubs.

Uses & Benefits

Aspidogyne commelinoides has been used for furniture making, flooring, and firewood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aspidogyne commelinoides has small white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspidogyne commelinoides is a shrub native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done from seed, which should be sown in spring. Germination usually takes place in the summer.

Where to Find Aspidogyne commelinoides

Aspidogyne commelinoides can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Morocco, and Algeria.

Aspidogyne commelinoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspidogyne commelinoides?

Aspidogyne commelinoides

What is the common name of Aspidogyne commelinoides?

Commelinoides Oak

Where is Aspidogyne commelinoides native to?

Brazil

Species in the Aspidogyne genus

Aspidogyne argentea, Aspidogyne bidentifera, Aspidogyne boliviensis, Aspidogyne brachyrrhyncha, Aspidogyne bruxelii, Aspidogyne commelinoides, Aspidogyne confusa, Aspidogyne decora, Aspidogyne fimbrillaris, Aspidogyne foliosa, Aspidogyne hylibates, Aspidogyne hyphaematica, Aspidogyne kuczynskii, Aspidogyne lindleyana, Aspidogyne longicornu, Aspidogyne malmei, Aspidogyne metallescens, Aspidogyne multifoliata, Aspidogyne mystacina, Aspidogyne pumila, Aspidogyne rariflora, Aspidogyne repens, Aspidogyne robusta, Aspidogyne serripetala, Aspidogyne steyermarkii, Aspidogyne stictophylla, Aspidogyne tuerckheimii, Aspidogyne utriculata, Aspidogyne mosaica, Aspidogyne gigantea, Aspidogyne vesiculosa, Aspidogyne grandis, Aspidogyne grayumii, Aspidogyne herzogii, Aspidogyne misera, Aspidogyne popayanensis, Aspidogyne roseoalba, Aspidogyne zonata, Aspidogyne carauchana, Aspidogyne chocoensis, Aspidogyne cruciformis, Aspidogyne goaltalensis, Aspidogyne longibracteata, Aspidogyne mendoncae, Aspidogyne rotundifolia, Aspidogyne sumacoensis, Aspidogyne costaricensis, Aspidogyne harlingii, Aspidogyne alajuelae, Aspidogyne amazonica,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-17199: Based on the initial data import
João Barbosa Rodrigues (1842-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barb.Rodr.' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.