Status:
valid
Authors:
W.J.de Wilde
Source:
cmp
Year:
1974
Citation Micro:
Blumea 22: 34 (1974)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000663309
Common Names
- Montana Efulensia
- Efulensia Montana
- Montana Plantain Lily
Description
Efulensia montana (also called Mountain Mahogany, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to the western United States. It typically grows up to 3 feet tall and has small, oval-shaped leaves. It is found in dry, rocky soils in open woodlands, chaparral, and mountain slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Efulensia montana is used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant. It is also used to make perfumes and as an ingredient in traditional medicines.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Efulensia montana has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Efulensia montana is a clump-forming perennial that is best grown in partial to full shade in moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed sown in spring, or from division in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Efulensia montana
Efulensia montana can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Efulensia montana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Efulensia montana?
Efulensia montana
What is the common name of Efulensia montana?
Montana Efulensia
What is the natural habitat of Efulensia montana?
It is native to South America
Species in the Efulensia genus
Species in the Passifloraceae family
Adenia kigogoensis,
Adenia litoralis,
Adenia mcdadeana,
Adenia metamorpha,
Adenia stylosa,
Adenia aculeata,
Adenia acuta,
Adenia adenifera,
Adenia antongilliana,
Adenia ballyi,
Adenia banaensis,
Adenia bequaertii,
Adenia boivinii,
Adenia cardiophylla,
Adenia cissampeloides,
Adenia cladosepala,
Adenia cordifolia,
Adenia cordifolia,
Adenia crassa,
Adenia cynanchifolia,
Adenia densiflora,
Adenia digitata,
Adenia dinklagei,
Adenia dolichosiphon,
Adenia ecirrosa,
Adenia elegans,
Adenia ellenbeckii,
Adenia epigea,
Adenia erecta,
Adenia fasciculata,
Adenia fernandesiana,
Adenia firingalavensis,
Adenia fruticosa,
Adenia gedoensis,
Adenia glauca,
Adenia globosa,
Adenia globosa,
Adenia goetzei,
Adenia gracilis,
Adenia guineensis,
Adenia gummifera,
Adenia hastata,
Adenia heterophylla,
Adenia hondala,
Adenia huillensis,
Adenia inermis,
Adenia isaloensis,
Adenia karibaensis,
Adenia keramanthus,
Adenia kinabaluensis,