Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
mirificus
ID:
783023

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.H.Gentry

Source:
iplants

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 64: 133 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000782356



Common Names

  • Gibsoniothamnus Mirificus
  • Mirificus Gibsoniothamnus
  • Gibsoniothamnus Mirificus


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Description

Gibsoniothamnus mirificus (also called Mirific Gibsoniothamnus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Bignoniaceae. It is native to the Amazon region of South America. It is a shrub or small tree that typically grows to a height of 6–15 m. Its leaves are pinnate, with 7–13 leaflets, and its flowers are white or yellowish in color.

Uses & Benefits

Gibsoniothamnus mirificus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gibsoniothamnus mirificus has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings have ovate to obovate leaves that are dark green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gibsoniothamnus mirificus is a shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and requires well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Gibsoniothamnus mirificus

Gibsoniothamnus mirificus is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It can be found in the wild in countries such as Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Gibsoniothamnus mirificus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gibsoniothamnus mirificus?

Gibsoniothamnus mirificus

What type of plant is Gibsoniothamnus mirificus?

It is a shrub

Where is Gibsoniothamnus mirificus native to?

It is native to the Caribbean

Species in the Schlegeliaceae family

Exarata chocoensis, Gibsoniothamnus ficticius, Gibsoniothamnus alatus, Gibsoniothamnus allenii, Gibsoniothamnus cornutus, Gibsoniothamnus epiphyticus, Gibsoniothamnus grandiflorus, Gibsoniothamnus latidentatus, Gibsoniothamnus mirificus, Gibsoniothamnus parvifolius, Gibsoniothamnus stellatus, Gibsoniothamnus truncatus, Gibsoniothamnus versicolor, Schlegelia brachyantha, Schlegelia aurea, Schlegelia axillaris, Schlegelia chocoensis, Schlegelia darienensis, Schlegelia dressleri, Schlegelia fastigiata, Schlegelia fuscata, Schlegelia sulphurea, Schlegelia spruceana, Schlegelia scandens, Schlegelia roseiflora, Schlegelia parviflora, Schlegelia parasitica, Schlegelia paraensis, Schlegelia pandurata, Schlegelia violacea, Schlegelia monachinoi, Schlegelia nicaraguensis, Schlegelia macrocarpa, Schlegelia macrophylla, Schlegelia hirsuta, Schlegelia cauliflora, Schlegelia elongata, Synapsis ilicifolia,

References

Alwyn Howard Gentry (1945-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.H.Gentry' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:109914-2: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.