Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
incana
ID:
683422

Status:
valid

Authors:
I.M.Johnst.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 73: 41 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000682755



Common Names

  • Euplassa incana
  • Hoary Euplassa
  • Hoary False-Foxglove


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Synonyms

  • Roupala chrysogenia Mart. ex Meisn. [unknown]
  • Adenostephanus incanus Klotzsch [unknown]
  • Didymanthus incana Klotzsch ex Meisn. [unknown]

Description

Euplassa incana (also called Gray Euplassa, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is a perennial herb with white flowers and is native to Brazil. It is found in rocky areas and in shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Euplassa incana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Euplassa incana is white or pink, with a yellowish center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Euplassa incana can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in early spring or autumn. It should be planted in a sunny or partially shaded position in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Euplassa incana

Euplassa incana can be found in the Atlantic Forest biome of Brazil.

Euplassa incana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Euplassa incana?

Euplassa incana

What is the common name of Euplassa incana?

Incana Euplassa

What is the natural habitat of Euplassa incana?

Grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Proteaceae family

Acidonia microcarpa, Adenanthos acanthophyllus, Adenanthos apiculatus, Adenanthos argyreus, Adenanthos barbigerus, Adenanthos cacomorphus, Adenanthos cuneatus, Adenanthos cunninghamii, Adenanthos cygnorum, Adenanthos detmoldii, Adenanthos dobagii, Adenanthos dobsonii, Adenanthos drummondii, Adenanthos ellipticus, Adenanthos eyrei, Adenanthos filifolius, Adenanthos flavidiflorus, Adenanthos forrestii, Adenanthos glabrescens, Adenanthos gracilipes, Adenanthos ileticos, Adenanthos intermedius, Adenanthos intricatus, Adenanthos labillardierei, Adenanthos linearis, Adenanthos macropodianus, Adenanthos meisneri, Adenanthos obovatus, Adenanthos oreophilus, Adenanthos pamelus, Adenanthos pungens, Adenanthos sericeus, Adenanthos strictus, Adenanthos teges, Adenanthos terminalis, Adenanthos velutinus, Adenanthos venosus, Agastachys odorata, Alloxylon brachycarpum, Alloxylon flammeum, Alloxylon pinnatum, Alloxylon wickhamii, Athertonia diversifolia, Aulax cancellata, Aulax pallasia, Aulax umbellata, Austromuellera trinervia, Austromuellera valida, Banksia acanthopoda, Banksia acuminata,

References