Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
francoae
ID:
696600

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pipoly

Source:
cmp

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Novon 3: 466 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000695933

Common Names

  • Geissanthus francoae
  • Francoae Geissanthus
  • Francoae Star

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Description

Geissanthus francoae (also called Francoa's Geissanthus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 m tall. It is native to South America, and is found in moist woods and meadows. It has large, alternate, oval-shaped leaves, and white to pinkish flowers that are borne in clusters.

Uses & Benefits

Geissanthus francoae is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments, including fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Geissanthus francoae has small, urn-shaped flowers that are white or yellow in color. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Geissanthus francoae can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Geissanthus francoae

Geissanthus francoae can be found in the Andes mountains of Colombia.

Geissanthus francoae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Geissanthus francoae?

Geissanthus francoae

What is the common name of Geissanthus francoae?

Franco's Geissanthus

What is the natural habitat of Geissanthus francoae?

Geissanthus francoae is found in the mountains of Colombia.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2818575: Based on the initial data import
John J. Pipoly (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pipoly' in the authors string.