Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ferruginea
ID:
1327960

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Pool

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 99: 514 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340414

Common Names

  • Gouania ferruginea
  • Ferruginea Gouania
  • Ferruginea Gouania ferruginea

Searching for Gouania ferruginea? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Gouania ferruginea (also called Rusty Gouania, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to India. It has a spreading habit and its leaves are oblong-lanceolate. It is found in forests, valleys, and mountains, and prefers moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Gouania ferruginea is an ornamental plant that is used in aquariums and terrariums. It has a unique leaf shape and coloration that makes it a popular choice for aquascaping. It can also be used as a natural air purifier, as it absorbs toxins from the air.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gouania ferruginea is small and yellow. The seed is round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

Searching for Gouania ferruginea? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Gouania ferruginea is a terrestrial shrub species native to the cloud forests of Peru and Ecuador. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Cultivation requires a well-draining, humus-rich soil mix and bright, indirect light. Water regularly and keep the soil evenly moist, but not soggy.

Where to Find Gouania ferruginea

Gouania ferruginea is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It can be found in the countries of Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia.

Gouania ferruginea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gouania ferruginea?

Gouania ferruginea

What is the natural habitat of Gouania ferruginea?

Gouania ferruginea is found in the Andes mountains of Colombia and Ecuador

What is the optimal temperature for Gouania ferruginea?

The optimal temperature for Gouania ferruginea is between 55-65°F (13-18°C)

Species in the Gouania genus

Gouania acalyphoides, Gouania acreana, Gouania alnifolia, Gouania andamanica, Gouania aphrodes, Gouania aptera, Gouania australiana, Gouania blanchetiana, Gouania canescens, Gouania colombiana, Gouania conzattii, Gouania cornifolia, Gouania corylifolia, Gouania discolor, Gouania efatensis, Gouania ekmanii, Gouania eurycarpa, Gouania exilis, Gouania frangulifolia, Gouania hillebrandii, Gouania hillii, Gouania humbertii, Gouania hypoglauca, Gouania inornata, Gouania javanica, Gouania latifolia, Gouania laxiflora, Gouania leptostachya, Gouania leratii, Gouania lineata, Gouania longipetala, Gouania longispicata, Gouania lupuloides, Gouania mangarevica, Gouania mauritiana, Gouania meyenii, Gouania microcarpa, Gouania myriocarpa, Gouania napalensis, Gouania pannigera, Gouania polygama, Gouania pyrifolia, Gouania richii, Gouania riparia, Gouania rosei, Gouania rumicina, Gouania stipularis, Gouania striata, Gouania tiliifolia, Gouania trichodonta,

Species in the Rhamnaceae family

Adolphia californica, Adolphia infesta, Alphitonia pomaderroides, Alphitonia carolinensis, Alphitonia excelsa, Alphitonia ferruginea, Alphitonia franguloides, Alphitonia incana, Alphitonia macrocarpa, Alphitonia marquesensis, Alphitonia neocaledonica, Alphitonia petriei, Alphitonia philippinensis, Alphitonia ponderosa, Alphitonia whitei, Alphitonia zizyphoides, Alphitonia oblata, Alvimiantha tricamerata, Ampelozizyphus guaquirensis, Ampelozizyphus amazonicus, Ampelozizyphus kuripacorum, Araracuara vetusta, Auerodendron acuminatum, Auerodendron acunae, Auerodendron cubense, Auerodendron glaucescens, Auerodendron jamaicense, Auerodendron martii, Auerodendron northropianum, Auerodendron pauciflorum, Auerodendron reticulatum, Auerodendron truncatum, Bathiorhamnus capuronii, Bathiorhamnus dentatus, Bathiorhamnus macrocarpus, Bathiorhamnus reticulatus, Bathiorhamnus vohemarensis, Bathiorhamnus cryptophorus, Bathiorhamnus louvelii, Berchemia annamensis, Berchemia arisanensis, Berchemia barbigera, Berchemia brachycarpa, Berchemia burmanniana, Berchemia cinerascens, Berchemia compressicarpa, Berchemia discolor, Berchemia edgeworthii, Berchemia elmeri, Berchemia flavescens,

References

Amy Pool (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Pool' in the authors string.