Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
syncarpellata
ID:
671369

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nowicke

Source:
cmp

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 55: 303 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000670701

Common Names

  • Ercilla syncarpellata
  • Syncarpellate Ercilla
  • Syncarpellate Ercilla

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Description

Ercilla syncarpellata (also called Syncarpellate Ercilla, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has ovate-lanceolate leaves and white flowers with a yellow center. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ercilla syncarpellata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also known to attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ercilla syncarpellata are yellow, star-shaped, and have six petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ercilla syncarpellata can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, light soil. The plants can be divided in spring or early summer and replanted in a well-drained, light soil. The plants should be grown in full sun or partial shade and kept moist but not wet.

Where to Find Ercilla syncarpellata

Ercilla syncarpellata is native to South America and can be found in grasslands and meadows.

Ercilla syncarpellata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ercilla syncarpellata?

Ercilla syncarpellata

What is the common name of Ercilla syncarpellata?

Carpet Ercilla

What is the natural habitat of Ercilla syncarpellata?

Woodlands and meadows

Species in the Ercilla genus

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2791941: Based on the initial data import
Joan W. Nowicke (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nowicke' in the authors string.