Status:
valid
Authors:
J.M.Watson, D.Santos & A.R.Flores
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2021
Citation Micro:
Int. Rock Gard. 144: 17 (2021)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000027098
Common Names
- Euphrasia achibuenoensis
- Achibuenoensis Euphrasia
- Euphrasia Plant
Description
Euphrasia achibuenoensis (also called Achibueno Eyebright, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Chile. It has small, oval leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in the understory of rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Euphrasia achibuenoensis is a small shrub that is often used in landscaping for its attractive foliage and flowers. The leaves of this shrub are often used in essential oils and perfumes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Euphrasia achibuenoensis has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Euphrasia achibuenoensis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept in a warm, humid environment until they have germinated. Division can be done in the spring or fall.
Where to Find Euphrasia achibuenoensis
Euphrasia achibuenoensis can be found in the tropical forests of Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Euphrasia achibuenoensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Euphrasia achibuenoensis?
Euphrasia achibuenoensis
What are the common names of Euphrasia achibuenoensis?
Achibueno Eyebright
What is the natural habitat of Euphrasia achibuenoensis?
It is native to Chile.
Species in the Euphrasia genus
Euphrasia atroviolacea,
Euphrasia azorica,
Euphrasia calvescens,
Euphrasia corcontica,
Euphrasia favrati,
Euphrasia freynii,
Euphrasia grandiflora,
Euphrasia gremlii,
Euphrasia jaeggii,
Euphrasia krylovii,
Euphrasia lerschii,
Euphrasia murbeckii,
Euphrasia nana,
Euphrasia occidentalis,
Euphrasia officinalis,
Euphrasia onegensis,
Euphrasia slovaca,
Euphrasia tatarica,
Euphrasia tatrae,
Euphrasia trifida,
Euphrasia vestinensis,
Euphrasia omeri,
Euphrasia alii,
Euphrasia alba,
Euphrasia amphisysepala,
Euphrasia arguta,
Euphrasia aristulata,
Euphrasia atropurpurea,
Euphrasia australis,
Euphrasia bella,
Euphrasia bhutanica,
Euphrasia borneensis,
Euphrasia bowdeniae,
Euphrasia calida,
Euphrasia cambrica,
Euphrasia campbellae,
Euphrasia caudata,
Euphrasia celebica,
Euphrasia ceramensis,
Euphrasia cheesemanii,
Euphrasia chumbica,
Euphrasia ciliolata,
Euphrasia cisalpina,
Euphrasia cockayniana,
Euphrasia collina,
Euphrasia coreana,
Euphrasia coreanalpina,
Euphrasia crassiuscula,
Euphrasia culminicola,
Euphrasia cuneata,
Species in the Orobanchaceae family
Aeginetia indica,
Aeginetia mirabilis,
Aeginetia mpomii,
Aeginetia selebica,
Aeginetia sessilis,
Aeginetia sinensis,
Aeginetia flava,
Aeginetia acaulis,
Agalinis angustifolia,
Agalinis aphylla,
Agalinis aspera,
Agalinis auriculata,
Agalinis bandeirensis,
Agalinis bangii,
Agalinis brachyphylla,
Agalinis calycina,
Agalinis chaparensis,
Agalinis communis,
Agalinis decemloba,
Agalinis densiflora,
Agalinis digitalis,
Agalinis divaricata,
Agalinis edwardsiana,
Agalinis fasciculata,
Agalinis fiebrigii,
Agalinis filicaulis,
Agalinis filifolia,
Agalinis gattingeri,
Agalinis genistifolia,
Agalinis gypsophila,
Agalinis heterophylla,
Agalinis homalantha,
Agalinis humilis,
Agalinis itambensis,
Agalinis kingsii,
Agalinis lanceolata,
Agalinis laxa,
Agalinis linarioides,
Agalinis linifolia,
Agalinis maritima,
Agalinis megalantha,
Agalinis meyeniana,
Agalinis nana,
Agalinis navasotensis,
Agalinis neoscotica,
Agalinis obtusifolia,
Agalinis oligophylla,
Agalinis peduncularis,
Agalinis pennellii,
Agalinis plukenetii,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77234855-1: 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].