Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
colpifera
ID:
410902

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.Hansen

Source:
ksu

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 15: 583 (1995 publ. 1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000410234

Common Names

  • Colpifera Thunbergia
  • Colpifera Clock Vine
  • Colpifera Clockvine

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Description

Thunbergia colpifera (also called Colpifer thunbergia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is a small, perennial herb with a rosette of basal leaves and a single, erect stem with a single flower head. It is native to India and is found in wet montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Thunbergia colpifera is a popular ornamental plant, often used in hanging baskets and as a ground cover. It has a long flowering season and is known for its bright yellow and pink flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Thunbergia colpifera is a white to pale blue trumpet-shaped flower with a yellow throat. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thunbergia colpifera can be propagated by seed or division. It should be grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is best to water regularly and fertilize occasionally. Pruning may be necessary to keep the plant looking its best.

Where to Find Thunbergia colpifera

Thunbergia colpifera can be found in the tropical regions of Africa, from Ethiopia to South Africa.

Thunbergia colpifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thunbergia colpifera?

Thunbergia colpifera

What is the common name of Thunbergia colpifera?

Colpifera Thunbergia

What is the natural habitat of Thunbergia colpifera?

Thunbergia colpifera is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Species in the Thunbergia genus

Thunbergia kirkii, Thunbergia liebrechtsiana, Thunbergia lamellata, Thunbergia lancifolia, Thunbergia ilocana, Thunbergia hossei, Thunbergia huillensis, Thunbergia kangeanensis, Thunbergia javanica, Thunbergia jayii, Thunbergia mauginii, Thunbergia nivea, Thunbergia erythraeae, Thunbergia malangana, Thunbergia mechowii, Thunbergia macalensis, Thunbergia fragrans, Thunbergia eymae, Thunbergia fasciculata, Thunbergia geoffrayi, Thunbergia hirsuta, Thunbergia hastata, Thunbergia hawtayneana, Thunbergia hebecocca, Thunbergia hederifolia, Thunbergia gossweileri, Thunbergia grandiflora, Thunbergia gregorii, Thunbergia oubanguiensis, Thunbergia pynaertii, Thunbergia ridleyi, Thunbergia quadricostata, Thunbergia recasa, Thunbergia retefolia, Thunbergia quadrialata, Thunbergia palawanensis, Thunbergia papilionacea, Thunbergia papuana, Thunbergia parviflora, Thunbergia parvifolia, Thunbergia pleistodonta, Thunbergia paulitschkeana, Thunbergia stenochlamys, Thunbergia smilacifolia, Thunbergia subcordatifolia, Thunbergia rogersii, Thunbergia sessilis, Thunbergia siantanensis, Thunbergia similis, Thunbergia erecta,

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

Bertel Hansen (1932-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Hansen' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:988671-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.