Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
gymnanthus
ID:
680242

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kallunki

Source:
cmp

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 44: 132 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000679575



Common Names

  • Gymnanthus Erythrochiton
  • Erythrochiton gymnanthus
  • Gymnanthus Erythrochiton


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Description

Erythrochiton gymnanthus (also called Smooth Erythrochiton, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to Brazil, and it can be found in open forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Erythrochiton gymnanthus is an ornamental plant with a showy display of red flowers. It is often used as a hedge or screen plant and is also used in erosion control. It is also used as a windbreak and soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erythrochiton gymnanthus is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have two, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erythrochiton gymnanthus is a perennial herb that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by cuttings taken in the summer. It is best to start seeds indoors in a sterile medium and then transplant them outdoors when they are established.

Where to Find Erythrochiton gymnanthus

Erythrochiton gymnanthus is native to Brazil and is found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Erythrochiton gymnanthus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erythrochiton gymnanthus?

Erythrochiton gymnanthus

What are the common names of Erythrochiton gymnanthus?

Gymnanthus Red-flowering Tree, Red-flowering Tree

What is the natural habitat of Erythrochiton gymnanthus?

Dry forests, scrublands, and grasslands

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,

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