Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rufa
ID:
683440

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Loes.) Sleumer

Source:
cmp

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 76: 191 (1954)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000682773



Common Names

  • Euplassa rufa
  • Rufous Euplassa
  • Rufous False-Foxglove


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Description

Euplassa rufa (also called Red 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 rufa 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 rufa 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 rufa can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be planted in well-drained soil in a sunny position.

Where to Find Euplassa rufa

Euplassa rufa can be found in the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.

Euplassa rufa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Euplassa rufa?

Euplassa rufa

What is the family of Euplassa rufa?

Asteraceae

Where is Euplassa rufa native to?

South America

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2804600: Based on the initial data import
Hermann Otto Sleumer (1906-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sleumer' in the authors string.
Ludwig Eduard Theodor Loesener (1865-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Loes.' in the authors string.