Rhyncholacis jenmanii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
jenmanii
ID:
1262992
Status:
valid
Authors:
Engl.
Source:
tro
Year:
1927
Citation Micro:
Beibl. Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 138: 6 (1927)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001262330
Common Names
- Rhyncholacis jenmanii
- Jenman's Rhyncholacis
- Jenman's Wild Petunia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rhyncholacis jenmanii (also called Jenman's Rhyncholacis, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Central and South America. It has a woody stem and small white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and prefers partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Rhyncholacis jenmanii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fevers, headaches, and stomachaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rhyncholacis jenmanii has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rhyncholacis jenmanii is a perennial shrub that is native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or by cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Rhyncholacis jenmanii
Rhyncholacis jenmanii can be found in Central and South America, including Colombia, Venezuela, and Peru.
Rhyncholacis jenmanii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhyncholacis jenmanii?
Rhyncholacis jenmanii
What is the natural habitat of Rhyncholacis jenmanii?
Dry rocky slopes in the Andes Mountains of Peru and Bolivia
What is the flowering season of Rhyncholacis jenmanii?
Spring to early summer
Species in the Rhyncholacis genus
Rhyncholacis penicillata, Rhyncholacis minima, Rhyncholacis flagellifolia, Rhyncholacis hydrocichorium, Rhyncholacis nitelloides, Rhyncholacis oligandra, Rhyncholacis divaricata, Rhyncholacis applanata, Rhyncholacis carinata, Rhyncholacis coronata, Rhyncholacis crassipes, Rhyncholacis varians, Rhyncholacis palmettifolia, Rhyncholacis macrocarpa, Rhyncholacis apiculata, Rhyncholacis jenmanii, Rhyncholacis brassicifolia, Rhyncholacis brevistamina, Rhyncholacis cristata, Rhyncholacis dentata, Rhyncholacis guyanensis, Rhyncholacis linearis, Rhyncholacis squamosa, Rhyncholacis clavigera,
Species in the Podostemaceae family
Angolaea fluitans, Apinagia aripecuruensis, Apinagia arminensis, Apinagia batrachifolia, Apinagia boliviana, Apinagia brevicaulis, Apinagia crispa, Apinagia digitata, Apinagia dissecta, Apinagia divaricata, Apinagia fimbrifolia, Apinagia flexuosa, Apinagia fluitans, Apinagia fucoides, Apinagia gardneriana, Apinagia glaziovii, Apinagia goejei, Apinagia guairaensis, Apinagia guyanensis, Apinagia hulkiana, Apinagia itanensis, Apinagia kochii, Apinagia latifolia, Apinagia leptophylla, Apinagia longifolia, Apinagia marowynensis, Apinagia membranacea, Apinagia minor, Apinagia multibranchiata, Apinagia parvifolia, Apinagia petiolata, Apinagia platystigma, Apinagia pusilla, Apinagia rangiferina, Apinagia richardiana, Apinagia ruppioides, Apinagia spruceana, Apinagia staheliana, Apinagia surumuensis, Apinagia tenuifolia, Apinagia treslingiana, Apinagia versteegiana, Apinagia brejoagrestinensis, Autana andersonii, Castelnavia noveloi, Castelnavia cuneifolia, Castelnavia fimbriata, Castelnavia fluitans, Castelnavia lindmaniana, Castelnavia monandra,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50202307: Based on the initial data import
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.