Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
rotundifolium
ID:
1321339

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Peter) Kissling

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 37: 250 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333793

Common Names

  • Exochaenium rotundifolium
  • Rotundifolium Exochaenium
  • Rotundifolium Star-Fruit

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Description

Exochaenium rotundifolium (also called 'Round-leaved Exochaenium', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in grasslands and open woodlands. It is a perennial herb, with stems up to 40 cm tall and leaves up to 8 cm long. The flower heads are yellow and up to 1 cm in diameter.

Uses & Benefits

Exochaenium rotundifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a border plant in landscaping. It is also used to attract birds and other wildlife to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Exochaenium rotundifolium has small white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Exochaenium rotundifolium is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It prefers well-drained, sandy soil and full sun. Water regularly during the growing season and keep the soil moist but not wet. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Exochaenium rotundifolium

Exochaenium rotundifolium can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Exochaenium rotundifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Exochaenium rotundifolium?

Exochaenium rotundifolium

What is the common name of Exochaenium rotundifolium?

Round-leaved Exochaenium

Where is Exochaenium rotundifolium native to?

South America

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

References

Albert Peter (1853-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Peter' in the authors string.
Jonathan Kissling (b.1978): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kissling' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77121340-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.