Status:
valid
Authors:
Sweet
Source:
cmp
Year:
1828
Citation Micro:
Brit. Fl. Gard. 3: t. 238 (1828)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000503140
Common Names
- Elegant Scyphanthus
- Elegant Swainsona
- Elegant Pea
Synonyms
- Loasa striata Meyen [unknown]
- Scyphanthus cumingii F.Phil. [unknown]
- Grammatocarpus cumingii C.Presl [unknown]
Description
Scyphanthus elegans (also called Elegant Scyphanthus, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in grasslands, savannas, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Scyphanthus elegans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Scyphanthus elegans is small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Scyphanthus elegans is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers and should be watered regularly. Fertilize the plant with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Scyphanthus elegans
Scyphanthus elegans is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Scyphanthus elegans FAQ
What is the scientific name of Scyphanthus elegans?
Scyphanthus elegans
What type of plant is Scyphanthus elegans?
A shrub
Where is Scyphanthus elegans found?
It is found in South America
Species in the Scyphanthus genus
Species in the Loasaceae family
Aosa gilgiana,
Aosa parviflora,
Aosa plumieri,
Aosa rupestris,
Aosa sigmoidea,
Aosa rostrata,
Aosa uleana,
Aosa grandis,
Blumenbachia dissecta,
Blumenbachia catharinensis,
Blumenbachia eichleri,
Blumenbachia espigneera,
Blumenbachia exalata,
Blumenbachia hieronymi,
Blumenbachia insignis,
Blumenbachia latifolia,
Blumenbachia prietea,
Blumenbachia sylvestris,
Blumenbachia hierorymi,
Blumenbachia amana,
Caiophora deserticola,
Caiophora aconquijae,
Caiophora andina,
Caiophora arechavaletae,
Caiophora boliviana,
Caiophora buraeavi,
Caiophora canarinoides,
Caiophora carduifolia,
Caiophora cernua,
Caiophora chuquisacana,
Caiophora chuquitensis,
Caiophora cirsiifolia,
Caiophora clavata,
Caiophora contorta,
Caiophora coronata,
Caiophora dumetorum,
Caiophora espigneira,
Caiophora grandiflora,
Caiophora hibiscifolia,
Caiophora lateritia,
Caiophora macrantha,
Caiophora madrequisa,
Caiophora mollis,
Caiophora nivalis,
Caiophora patagonica,
Caiophora pedicularifolia,
Caiophora peduncularis,
Caiophora pterosperma,
Caiophora pulchella,
Caiophora rosulata,