Status:
valid
Authors:
Arbo
Source:
tro
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Bonplandia (Corrientes) 14: 215 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001282276
Common Names
- Fernandez Turnera
- Fernandez's Turnera
- Fernandez's Turnera Flower
Description
Turnera fernandezii (also called 'Fernandez's Turnera', among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1 m in height. It has small, oval leaves and small, white flowers that appear in spring. This plant is native to the Caribbean and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Turnera fernandezii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Turnera fernandezii has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and round with a smooth, dark brown surface. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Turnera fernandezii is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It is easily propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by taking cuttings in the summer.
Where to Find Turnera fernandezii
Turnera fernandezii is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, and Colombia.
Turnera fernandezii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Turnera fernandezii?
Turnera fernandezii
What is the common name of Turnera fernandezii?
Fernandez's Turnera
What type of plant is Turnera fernandezii?
Herbaceous perennial
Species in the Turnera genus
Turnera tapajoensis,
Turnera triglandulosa,
Turnera ulmifolia,
Turnera urbanii,
Turnera subulata,
Turnera steyermarkii,
Turnera stenophylla,
Turnera thomasii,
Turnera waltherioides,
Turnera zeasperma,
Turnera venosa,
Turnera velutina,
Turnera riedeliana,
Turnera revoluta,
Turnera princeps,
Turnera pinifolia,
Turnera pumilea,
Turnera rubrobracteata,
Turnera schomburgkiana,
Turnera scabra,
Turnera curassavica,
Turnera coriacea,
Turnera collotricha,
Turnera annectens,
Turnera hatschbachii,
Turnera harleyi,
Turnera guianensis,
Turnera grandiflora,
Turnera gardneriana,
Turnera foliosa,
Turnera elliptica,
Turnera asymmetrica,
Turnera clauseniana,
Turnera aromatica,
Turnera argentea,
Turnera cipoensis,
Turnera cicatricosa,
Turnera castilloi,
Turnera caatingana,
Turnera breviflora,
Turnera odorata,
Turnera paruana,
Turnera orientalis,
Turnera oculata,
Turnera ignota,
Turnera huberi,
Turnera macrophylla,
Turnera melanorhiza,
Turnera marmorata,
Turnera luetzelburgii,
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,