Status:
valid
Authors:
Radlk.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1890
Citation Micro:
Sitzungsber. Math.-Phys. Cl. Königl. Bayer. Akad. Wiss. München 20: 357 (1890)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000711795
Common Names
- Guioa aryterifolia
- Aryter-leaved Guioa
- Aryter-leaved Guiona
Description
Guioa aryterifolia (also called Aryan Guioa, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South America. It has oblong leaves and white or yellow flowers. It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Guioa aryterifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a cut flower and for dried flower arrangements.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Guioa aryterifolia is white and has a bell-shaped corolla with five lobes. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Guioa aryterifolia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist potting mix. The plants should be grown in full sun and kept moist but not wet.
Where to Find Guioa aryterifolia
Guioa aryterifolia can be found in Australia, New Guinea, and the Solomon Islands.
Guioa aryterifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Guioa aryterifolia?
Guioa aryterifolia
What is the common name of Guioa aryterifolia?
Aryterifoliate guioa
What is the natural habitat of Guioa aryterifolia?
Dry, open woodlands and grasslands
Species in the Guioa genus
Guioa acuminata,
Guioa acutifolia,
Guioa amabilis,
Guioa aryterifolia,
Guioa aryteroides,
Guioa asquamosa,
Guioa bicolor,
Guioa bijuga,
Guioa capillacea,
Guioa chrysea,
Guioa comesperma,
Guioa contracta,
Guioa coriacea,
Guioa crenata,
Guioa crenulata,
Guioa diplopetala,
Guioa discolor,
Guioa elegans,
Guioa elliptica,
Guioa fusca,
Guioa glauca,
Guioa gracilis,
Guioa grandifoliola,
Guioa hirsuta,
Guioa hospita,
Guioa koelreuteria,
Guioa koniamboensis,
Guioa krempfii,
Guioa lasioneura,
Guioa lentiscifolia,
Guioa malukuensis,
Guioa megacarpa,
Guioa melanopoda,
Guioa membranifolia,
Guioa microsepala,
Guioa misimaensis,
Guioa molliuscula,
Guioa montana,
Guioa multijuga,
Guioa myriadenia,
Guioa normanbiensis,
Guioa novobritannica,
Guioa novoebudaensis,
Guioa oligotricha,
Guioa ovalis,
Guioa palawanica,
Guioa parvifoliola,
Guioa patentinervis,
Guioa pauciflora,
Guioa pectinata,
Species in the Sapindaceae family