Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
gilgii
ID:
505661

Status:
valid

Authors:
V.A.Richt.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Math. Termeszettud. Értes. 34: 835 (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000504993

Common Names

  • Souroubea gilgii
  • Gilg's Souroubea
  • Gilg's Star-flower

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Synonyms

  • Souroubea belizensis Lundell [unknown]

Description

Souroubea gilgii (also called Gilg's Souroubea, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Malvaceae family. It is a small shrub, growing up to 1 m tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 10 cm. It is native to tropical South America, and is found in Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador. It grows in montane forests, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Souroubea gilgii 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

Souroubea gilgii has yellow flowers with five petals and a long, curved pistil. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with thin, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Souroubea gilgii is a species of flowering plant in the Malvaceae family. It is native to Colombia and Ecuador. It is an evergreen perennial that grows to 1 m (3 ft) tall and wide. It has long, narrow, grey-green leaves and produces yellow flowers in summer. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is by division or by seed.

Where to Find Souroubea gilgii

Souroubea gilgii is native to Central America and can be found in Costa Rica, Guatemala, and Mexico.

Souroubea gilgii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Souroubea gilgii?

Souroubea gilgii

What is the natural habitat of Souroubea gilgii?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

What are the common names of Souroubea gilgii?

Giant Souroubea, Gilg's Souroubea

Species in the Marcgraviaceae family

Marcgravia hartii, Marcgravia elegans, Marcgravia fosbergiana, Marcgravia eichleriana, Marcgravia evenia, Marcgravia domingensis, Marcgravia coriacea, Marcgravia caudata, Marcgravia brachysepala, Marcgravia sororopaniana, Marcgravia tobagensis, Marcgravia stonei, Marcgravia serrae, Marcgravia schippii, Marcgravia rubra, Marcgravia roonii, Marcgravia rectiflora, Marcgravia purpurea, Marcgravia sprucei, Marcgravia trianae, Marcgravia maguirei, Marcgravia punctifolia, Marcgravia nubicola, Marcgravia nepenthoides, Marcgravia brownei, Marcgravia mexicana, Marcgravia pedunculosa, Marcgravia patellulifera, Marcgravia oligandra, Marcgravia crassicostata, Marcgravia crenata, Marcgravia dasyantha, Marcgravia macroscypha, Marcgravia myriostigma, Marcgravia neurophylla, Marcgravia oblongifolia, Marcgravia salicifolia, Marcgravia stenonectaria, Marcgravia subcaudata, Marcgravia weberbaueri, Marcgravia sintenisii, Marcgravia atropunctata, Marcgravia nervosa, Marcgravia pittieri, Marcgravia polyantha, Marcgravia longifolia, Marcgravia trinitatis, Marcgravia flagellaris, Marcgravia williamsii, Marcgravia gentlei,

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