Status:
valid
Authors:
Schltr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1911
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 64 (1911)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000965524
Common Names
- Fragrans Eurycentrum
- Fragrans Spurge
- Eurycentrum Fragrans
Description
Eurycentrum fragrans (also called 'Fragrant Eurycentrum', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is found in wetland habitats, such as marshes, swamps, and wet meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Eurycentrum fragrans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a source of food and medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Eurycentrum fragrans is white and has a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and light green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Eurycentrum fragrans is a small, evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It is propagated by seed, which should be sown in a well-draining potting mix in a warm, humid environment. The seedlings should be kept moist and fertilized regularly. Once the plants are established, they should be watered and fertilized regularly, and pruned to maintain their shape.
Where to Find Eurycentrum fragrans
Eurycentrum fragrans can be found in Hawaii, USA.
Species in the Eurycentrum genus
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,