Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
ambiguus
ID:
696577

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mart.) G.Agostini

Source:
cmp

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 20: 403 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000695910



Common Names

  • Geissanthus ambiguus
  • Ambiguous Geissanthus
  • Ambiguous Starflower


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Synonyms

  • Ardisia gracilis Miq. [unknown]
  • Stylogyne ambigua (Mart.) Mez [unknown]
  • Tinus ambigua (Mart.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Geissanthus ambiguus (also called Ambiguous Geissanthus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant, typically growing to a height of 10–15 cm. It is native to South America and is found in a variety of habitats, from grasslands to woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Geissanthus ambiguus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to stabilize soil and reduce erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Geissanthus ambiguus are small and white, with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Geissanthus ambiguus is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-drained potting mix. Both methods should be done in the spring or early summer.

Where to Find Geissanthus ambiguus

Geissanthus ambiguus is native to the eastern United States, where it can be found in woodlands, thickets, and other areas with moist soils. It is also found in parts of Canada.

Geissanthus ambiguus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Geissanthus ambiguus?

Geissanthus ambiguus

What is the family of Geissanthus ambiguus?

Gesneriaceae

What is the common name of Geissanthus ambiguus?

Ambiguous Gesneria

Species in the Geissanthus genus

Geissanthus abditus, Geissanthus ambiguus, Geissanthus andinus, Geissanthus angustiflorus, Geissanthus argutus, Geissanthus bangii, Geissanthus barraganus, Geissanthus betancurii, Geissanthus bogotensis, Geissanthus boliviana, Geissanthus callejasii, Geissanthus carchianus, Geissanthus cestrifolius, Geissanthus challuayacus, Geissanthus cogolloi, Geissanthus dentatus, Geissanthus durifolius, Geissanthus ecuadorensis, Geissanthus fallenae, Geissanthus floccosus, Geissanthus floribundus, Geissanthus fragrans, Geissanthus francoae, Geissanthus furfuraceus, Geissanthus glaber, Geissanthus goudotianus, Geissanthus haenkeanus, Geissanthus kalbreyeri, Geissanthus lehmannii, Geissanthus lepidotus, Geissanthus longistamineus, Geissanthus longistylus, Geissanthus mameicillo, Geissanthus mezianus, Geissanthus multiflorus, Geissanthus myrianthus, Geissanthus occidentalis, Geissanthus pentlandii, Geissanthus perpuncticulosus, Geissanthus peruvianus, Geissanthus pichinchae, Geissanthus pyramidatus, Geissanthus quindiensis, Geissanthus sararensis, Geissanthus scrobiculatus, Geissanthus serulatus, Geissanthus sessiliflorus, Geissanthus sodiroanus, Geissanthus spectabilis, Geissanthus submembranaceus,

Species in the Primulaceae family

Aegiceras corniculatum, Aegiceras floridum, Amblyanthopsis bhotanica, Amblyanthopsis membranacea, Amblyanthopsis philippinensis, Amblyanthus glandulosus, Amblyanthus multiflorus, Amblyanthus obovatus, Amblyanthus praetervisus, Androsace beringensis, Androsace idahoensis, Androsace adenocephala, Androsace adfinis, Androsace aflatunensis, Androsace aizoon, Androsace akbajtalensis, Androsace alaica, Androsace alaschanica, Androsace alaskana, Androsace albana, Androsace alchemilloides, Androsace alpina, Androsace americana, Androsace apus, Androsace aretioides, Androsace aretioides, Androsace argentea, Androsace armeniaca, Androsace axillaris, Androsace baltistanica, Androsace bidentata, Androsace bisulca, Androsace brachystegia, Androsace brahmaputrae, Androsace brevis, Androsace bryomorpha, Androsace bulleyana, Androsace bungeana, Androsace caduca, Androsace caespitosa, Androsace cernuiflora, Androsace chaixii, Androsace chamaejasme, Androsace ciliata, Androsace ciliifolia, Androsace constancei, Androsace coronata, Androsace cortusifolia, Androsace croftii, Androsace cuscutiformis,

References

Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.
Getulio Agostini (1943-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Agostini' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:108005-2: Based on the initial data import