Details of genus: Mirabilis Riv. ex L. [508]
genus_ja: オシロイバナ
genus_en:
# spp.: 57
pub_year: 1753
accepted: Accepted
Family: Nyctaginaceae
family_ja: オシロイバナ
Infra familial classification:
Citation:| data_source | Kind of information | Note | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kew Gardens (2017) Plants of the world online (POWO). Accessed on 07 Jun 2022 | Scientific name & others | Show this data_source |
distribution_en: Himalaya to Central China, N. & Central America, W. & S. South America
description_en: Genus of about 50 species of annuals and tuberous perennials occurring in dry, open habitats in S.W. USA and Central and South America. Branched stems bear opposite, ovate leaves. Large, trumpet-shaped, often fragrant flowers, are borne in axillary corymbs or panicles over a long period in summer. In frost-prone areas, grow most perennial species as annuals, lift after flowering, and overwinter in frost-free conditions; alternatively grow in a cool greenhouse. In warmer climates, grow in a border.
hardiness_en: Frost hardy to frost tender.
cultivation_en:
propagation_en: Sow seed at 13-18°C (55-64°F) in early spring, or in situ after danger of frost has passed. Divide tubers in spring.
pests_en: Slugs and aphids may be troublesome.
description_ja:
comment: Warm America
comment_ja: オシロイバナ
type_species:
Phylogenetic definition:
Update Information: Created: 2007-12-06 12:51; Updated: 2022-06-07 15:58 by hkokubun@mac.com
family:
| System | Accepted? | Scientific name | Japanese name | Infra-familial classification | # species | |
| PB2 | Nyctaginaceae | オシロイバナ科 | Show | |||
| PB3 | Nyctaginaceae | オシロイバナ科 | Show | |||
| APG4 | Nyctaginaceae | オシロイバナ科 | 57 | Show |