Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Cyatheales
Species:
egenolfioides
ID:
1250412

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) Copel.

Source:
tro

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
J. Straits Branch Roy. Asiat. Soc. 63: 72. 1912 [Dec 1912]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001249750

Common Names

  • Plagiogyria Egenolfioides
  • Plagiogyria Egenolfioidum
  • Plagiogyria Egenolfioid

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Description

Plagiogyria egenolfioides (also called Egenolf's Plagiogyria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is a perennial herb with yellow flowers and is native to Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras. It typically grows in rocky, dry, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Plagiogyria egenolfioides is an ornamental plant used in gardens and as a ground cover. It can also be used to provide shade.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Plagiogyria egenolfioides var. decrescens (C.Chr.) X.C.Zhang & Noot.
Plagiogyria egenolfioides var. latipinna (Copel.) X.C.Zhang & Noot.
Plagiogyria egenolfioides var. sumatrana (Rosenst.) X.C.Zhang & Noot.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Plagiogyria egenolfioides are small, white and fragrant. They have four petals and are arranged in a raceme. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Plagiogyria egenolfioides is an evergreen shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in the summer or from seed. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, the plant requires minimal care and is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Plagiogyria egenolfioides

Plagiogyria egenolfioides is native to Central and South America.

Plagiogyria egenolfioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Plagiogyria egenolfioides?

Plagiogyria egenolfioides

What is the common name of Plagiogyria egenolfioides?

Egenolfioides Plagiogyria

What is the natural habitat of Plagiogyria egenolfioides?

Tropical and subtropical forests

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50150940: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Edwin Bingham Copeland (1873-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Copel.' in the authors string.