Status:
valid
Authors:
(Pupulin, J.Valle & G.Merino) M.W.Chase
Source:
wcs
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 20: 28 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000923157
Common Names
- Pygmy Cischweinfia
- Cischweinfia Pygmaea
- Pygmy False Heather
Description
Cischweinfia pygmaea (also called Pygmy Cischweinfia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Central and South America. It has long, thin stems and small, yellow flowers. It grows in open, sunny areas, and prefers moist, well-drained soil.
Uses & Benefits
Cischweinfia pygmaea is a popular ornamental grass that is used in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a natural soil stabilizer, as its deep roots help to prevent soil erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cischweinfia pygmaea is a small, white, star-shaped corolla. The seed is a small, brown, three-sided nutlet. The seedlings are small, slender, and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cischweinfia pygmaea is a tropical plant that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done by division of the plant or by stem cuttings. The plant should be divided every two to three years to keep it healthy.
Where to Find Cischweinfia pygmaea
Cischweinfia pygmaea is found in dry areas in Africa and Madagascar.
Species in the Cischweinfia genus
Cischweinfia donrafae,
Cischweinfia nana,
Cischweinfia colombiana,
Cischweinfia dasyandra,
Cischweinfia jarae,
Cischweinfia parva,
Cischweinfia platychila,
Cischweinfia popowiana,
Cischweinfia pusilla,
Cischweinfia rostrata,
Cischweinfia pygmaea,
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
Gilberto Merino: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Merino' in the authors string.
Jhon Valle: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Valle' in the authors string.