Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Family:
Species:
cuyanus
ID:
1026154

Status:
valid

Authors:
Di Fulvio

Source:
SolanaceaeSource.org

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Kurtziana 27(1): 244 (243-246, fig. 1). 1999 [20 Oct 1999]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001025492

Common Names

  • Sclerophylax cuyanus
  • Cuyana Sclerophylax
  • Cuyana's Sclerophylax

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Description

Sclerophylax cuyanus (also called Cuyana Sclerophylax, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and scrublands, at altitudes between 0 and 1,500 m. It has a creeping habit and produces small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Sclerophylax cuyanus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to prevent soil erosion and to provide shade.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sclerophylax cuyanus has white flowers, small seeds and small seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sclerophylax cuyanus is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Sclerophylax cuyanus

Sclerophylax cuyanus can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.

Species in the Solanaceae family

References

Teresa Emil Di Fulvio (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Di Fulvio' in the authors string.
Solanaceae Source record for this taxon: Based on the initial data import