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Schizanthus pinnatus

Poor Man's Orchid, Poorman's Orchid
Also known as: Schizanthus duodecemfidus Stokes +15 more
  • Schizanthus duodecemfidus Stokes
  • Schizanthus evansianus Paxton
  • Schizanthus gayanus Phil.
  • Schizanthus gracilis (Benth.) Clos
  • Schizanthus gracilis var. angustifolius Reiche
  • Schizanthus grandiflorus-albus Washburn
  • Schizanthus grandiflorus-oculatus Van Houtte ex T.Moore
  • Schizanthus latifolius Phil.
  • Schizanthus lilacinus Kunze
  • Schizanthus major Hoffmanns. ex Steud.
  • Schizanthus oculatus-atropurpureus Washburn
  • Schizanthus pinnatifidus Lindl.
  • Schizanthus pinnatus f. papilionaceus Voss
  • Schizanthus pinnatus var. gracilis Benth.
  • Schizanthus pinnatus var. grandiflorus-oculatus (Van Houtte ex T.Moore) Groenland
  • Schizanthus priestii Paxton
Botanical Data
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Botanical Family: Solanaceae
  • WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a annual or biennial.

Originating in South America, Schizanthus pinnatus (commonly known as Poor-man's-orchid) is an annual or biennial belonging to the Solanaceae family. Within its native range, this species is most commonly linked to temperate conditions.

Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Biennial

Native Range

Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Southern South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Chile Central, Chile South

Introduced Range

Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Germany, Great Britain, Kenya, New York, Tanzania, Texas

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