Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Species:
austropurpureum
ID:
746644

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.M.Watson & A.R.Flores) J.M.Watson & A.R.Flores

Source:
cmp

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. 27: 248 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000745977



Common Names

  • Tropaeolum austropurpureum
  • Southern Nasturtium
  • Southern Tree


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Description

Tropaeolum austropurpureum (also called Southern Tropaeolum, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to South America. It has a dense, upright habit and is covered in small, oval-shaped leaves. It is found in a variety of habitats, from tropical rainforests to dry woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Tropaeolum austropurpureum is a shrub that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tropaeolum austropurpureum has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tropaeolum austropurpureum can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-draining potting mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Tropaeolum austropurpureum

Tropaeolum austropurpureum is native to the United States. It is found in dry, rocky areas, such as deserts and canyons.

Tropaeolum austropurpureum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tropaeolum austropurpureum?

Tropaeolum austropurpureum

What is the family of Tropaeolum austropurpureum?

Tropaeolaceae

What is the habitat of Tropaeolum austropurpureum?

Tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests

Species in the Tropaeolum genus

Tropaeolum emarginatum, Tropaeolum brachyceras, Tropaeolum longifolium, Tropaeolum leptophyllum, Tropaeolum nubigenum, Tropaeolum kingii, Tropaeolum lepidum, Tropaeolum beuthii, Tropaeolum rhomboideum, Tropaeolum tenuirostre, Tropaeolum sessilifolium, Tropaeolum smithii, Tropaeolum speciosum, Tropaeolum pendulum, Tropaeolum pentaphyllum, Tropaeolum polyphyllum, Tropaeolum trilobum, Tropaeolum wagnerianum, Tropaeolum curvirostre, Tropaeolum incisum, Tropaeolum hirtifolium, Tropaeolum garciae, Tropaeolum flavipilum, Tropaeolum jilesii, Tropaeolum nuptae-jucundae, Tropaeolum myriophyllum, Tropaeolum mexiae, Tropaeolum looseri, Tropaeolum parvifolium, Tropaeolum lasseri, Tropaeolum trialatum, Tropaeolum traceyae, Tropaeolum steyermarkianum, Tropaeolum orinocense, Tropaeolum porifolium, Tropaeolum pentagonum, Tropaeolum majus, Tropaeolum pubescens, Tropaeolum moritzianum, Tropaeolum oxalianthum, Tropaeolum patagonicum, Tropaeolum tricolor, Tropaeolum azureum, Tropaeolum hookerianum, Tropaeolum fintelmannii, Tropaeolum ciliatum, Tropaeolum deckerianum, Tropaeolum sparrei, Tropaeolum austropurpureum, Tropaeolum argentinum,

Species in the Tropaeolaceae family

Tropaeolum emarginatum, Tropaeolum brachyceras, Tropaeolum longifolium, Tropaeolum leptophyllum, Tropaeolum nubigenum, Tropaeolum kingii, Tropaeolum lepidum, Tropaeolum beuthii, Tropaeolum rhomboideum, Tropaeolum tenuirostre, Tropaeolum sessilifolium, Tropaeolum smithii, Tropaeolum speciosum, Tropaeolum pendulum, Tropaeolum pentaphyllum, Tropaeolum polyphyllum, Tropaeolum trilobum, Tropaeolum wagnerianum, Tropaeolum curvirostre, Tropaeolum incisum, Tropaeolum hirtifolium, Tropaeolum garciae, Tropaeolum flavipilum, Tropaeolum jilesii, Tropaeolum nuptae-jucundae, Tropaeolum myriophyllum, Tropaeolum mexiae, Tropaeolum looseri, Tropaeolum parvifolium, Tropaeolum lasseri, Tropaeolum trialatum, Tropaeolum traceyae, Tropaeolum steyermarkianum, Tropaeolum orinocense, Tropaeolum porifolium, Tropaeolum pentagonum, Tropaeolum majus, Tropaeolum pubescens, Tropaeolum moritzianum, Tropaeolum oxalianthum, Tropaeolum patagonicum, Tropaeolum tricolor, Tropaeolum azureum, Tropaeolum hookerianum, Tropaeolum fintelmannii, Tropaeolum ciliatum, Tropaeolum deckerianum, Tropaeolum sparrei, Tropaeolum austropurpureum, Tropaeolum argentinum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2899127: Based on the initial data import
John Michael Watson (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.Watson' in the authors string.
Ana Rosa Flores (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.R.Flores' in the authors string.