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
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.
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
Species in the Plagiogyria genus
Plagiogyria neointermedia,
Plagiogyria wakabae,
Plagiogyria euphlebia,
Plagiogyria japonica,
Plagiogyria matsumureana,
Plagiogyria pectinata,
Plagiogyria koidzumii,
Plagiogyria stenoptera,
Plagiogyria assurgens,
Plagiogyria adnata,
Plagiogyria pycnophylla,
Plagiogyria falcata,
Plagiogyria glauca,
Plagiogyria egenolfioides,
Species in the Plagiogyriaceae family
Plagiogyria neointermedia,
Plagiogyria wakabae,
Plagiogyria euphlebia,
Plagiogyria japonica,
Plagiogyria matsumureana,
Plagiogyria pectinata,
Plagiogyria koidzumii,
Plagiogyria stenoptera,
Plagiogyria assurgens,
Plagiogyria adnata,
Plagiogyria pycnophylla,
Plagiogyria falcata,
Plagiogyria glauca,
Plagiogyria egenolfioides,