Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
kleinii
ID:
432445

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wight & Arn.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Contr. Bot. India : 65 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000431777

Common Names

  • Klein's Streptocaulon
  • Streptocaulon kleinii
  • Kleinii Streptocaulon

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Description

Streptocaulon kleinii (also called Klein's Streptocaulon, among many other common names) is an epiphytic plant native to Central and South America. It has a rosette of glossy, dark green leaves with red or yellow bracts. It grows in wet, shady forests and is often found growing on tree trunks.

Uses & Benefits

Streptocaulon kleinii is a popular houseplant and is often used as an ornamental plant in homes and offices. It is also used in landscaping and as a groundcover in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: The flower of Streptocaulon kleinii is a yellow-greenish, star-shaped flower. Seed: The seed of Streptocaulon kleinii is a small, black, round seed. Seedlings: The seedlings of Streptocaulon kleinii are small, thin, and yellow-greenish.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Streptocaulon kleinii is a tropical bromeliad native to Central and South America. It is an epiphytic plant that grows best in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and watered regularly. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It should be fertilized every two to three months.

Where to Find Streptocaulon kleinii

Streptocaulon kleinii can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Streptocaulon kleinii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Streptocaulon kleinii?

Streptocaulon kleinii

What is the natural habitat of Streptocaulon kleinii?

It is native to the tropical rainforests of Africa

What are the care requirements for Streptocaulon kleinii?

It requires bright, indirect light and regular watering to keep the soil moist

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.
Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:102041-1: Based on the initial data import