Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
cynobiformis
ID:
676554

Status:
valid

Authors:
Paul G.Wilson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 1: 205 1971

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000675886



Common Names

  • Cynobiformis Eriostemon
  • Cynobiformis False Foxglove
  • Cynobiformis Wild Foxglove


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Description

Eriostemon cynobiformis (also called Cynobiform Eriostemon, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Australia. It grows up to 0.5 m in height and has long, narrow leaves. It prefers to grow in moist, well-drained soils in sunny areas and is often found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Eriostemon cynobiformis is an ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and is known for its bright and vibrant colours. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriostemon cynobiformis is a yellow-orange color and is shaped like a funnel. The seed is a small, brown, flattened oval. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriostemon cynobiformis can be propagated by division of the clumps in spring or by seed. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil, and can tolerate dry periods once established. It is frost hardy.

Where to Find Eriostemon cynobiformis

Eriostemon cynobiformis can be found in the grasslands of South Africa.

Eriostemon cynobiformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriostemon cynobiformis?

Eriostemon cynobiformis

What type of plant is Eriostemon cynobiformis?

Perennial herb

What is the common name of Eriostemon cynobiformis?

Dog-shaped eriostemon

Species in the Rutaceae family

Acmadenia alternifolia, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia baileyensis, Acmadenia bodkinii, Acmadenia burchellii, Acmadenia candida, Acmadenia densifolia, Acmadenia faucitincta, Acmadenia flaccida, Acmadenia fruticosa, Acmadenia gracilis, Acmadenia heterophylla, Acmadenia kiwanensis, Acmadenia latifolia, Acmadenia laxa, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia macropetala, Acmadenia maculata, Acmadenia matroosbergensis, Acmadenia mundiana, Acmadenia nivea, Acmadenia nivenii, Acmadenia obtusata, Acmadenia patentifolia, Acmadenia rourkeana, Acmadenia rupicola, Acmadenia sheilae, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia tetracarpellata, Acmadenia tetragona, Acmadenia trigona, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia wittebergensis, Acradenia euodiiformis, Acradenia frankliniae, Acronychia richards-beehleri, Acronychia aberrans, Acronychia acidula, Acronychia acronychioides, Acronychia acuminata, Acronychia arfakensis, Acronychia baeuerlenii, Acronychia brassii, Acronychia carrii, Acronychia cartilaginea, Acronychia chooreechillum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2797299: Based on the initial data import
Paul Graham Wilson (b.1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Paul G.Wilson' in the authors string.