Status:
valid
Authors:
Bastm. & Wijng.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Aqua Pl. 24: 23 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000365159
Common Names
- Cryptocoryne coronata
- Water Trumpet
- Cup Plant
Description
Cryptocoryne coronata (also called Coronate Water Trumpet, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family. It is native to India and is found in tropical and subtropical wetlands. It is an aquatic plant, growing in shallow water.
Uses & Benefits
Cryptocoryne coronata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to tolerate low light levels.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cryptocoryne coronata has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cryptocoryne coronata is a perennial herb native to India. It is best grown in partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division.
Where to Find Cryptocoryne coronata
Cryptocoryne coronata is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in the wild in areas such as Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.
Cryptocoryne coronata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cryptocoryne coronata?
Cryptocoryne coronata
What is the common name of Cryptocoryne coronata?
Crowned Cryptocoryne
What is the natural habitat of Cryptocoryne coronata?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
Species in the Cryptocoryne genus
Cryptocoryne coronata,
Cryptocoryne sivadasanii,
Cryptocoryne uenoi,
Cryptocoryne yujii,
Cryptocoryne ideii,
Cryptocoryne zaidiana,
Cryptocoryne noritoi,
Cryptocoryne bangkaensis,
Cryptocoryne mekongensis,
Cryptocoryne loeiensis,
Cryptocoryne tambraparaniana,
Cryptocoryne affinis,
Cryptocoryne alba,
Cryptocoryne annamica,
Cryptocoryne aponogetifolia,
Cryptocoryne auriculata,
Cryptocoryne beckettii,
Cryptocoryne bogneri,
Cryptocoryne bullosa,
Cryptocoryne ciliata,
Cryptocoryne cognata,
Cryptocoryne consobrina,
Cryptocoryne cordata,
Cryptocoryne crispatula,
Cryptocoryne cruddasiana,
Cryptocoryne decus-silvae,
Cryptocoryne dewitii,
Cryptocoryne edithiae,
Cryptocoryne elliptica,
Cryptocoryne ferruginea,
Cryptocoryne fusca,
Cryptocoryne griffithii,
Cryptocoryne hudoroi,
Cryptocoryne jacobsenii,
Cryptocoryne keei,
Cryptocoryne lingua,
Cryptocoryne longicauda,
Cryptocoryne minima,
Cryptocoryne moehlmannii,
Cryptocoryne nevillii,
Cryptocoryne nurii,
Cryptocoryne pallidinervia,
Cryptocoryne parva,
Cryptocoryne pontederiifolia,
Cryptocoryne purpurea,
Cryptocoryne pygmaea,
Cryptocoryne retrospiralis,
Cryptocoryne schulzei,
Cryptocoryne scurrilis,
Cryptocoryne spiralis,
Species in the Araceae family
Adelonema erythropus,
Adelonema allenii,
Adelonema crinipes,
Adelonema hammelii,
Adelonema kvistii,
Adelonema mofflerianum,
Adelonema orientale,
Adelonema pallidinervium,
Adelonema panamense,
Adelonema peltatum,
Adelonema picturatum,
Adelonema roezlii,
Adelonema speariae,
Adelonema wallisii,
Adelonema wendlandii,
Adelonema yanamonoense,
Aglaodorum griffithii,
Aglaonema brevispathum,
Aglaonema chermsiriwattanae,
Aglaonema cochinchinense,
Aglaonema commutatum,
Aglaonema cordifolium,
Aglaonema costatum,
Aglaonema densinervium,
Aglaonema flemingianum,
Aglaonema hookerianum,
Aglaonema marantifolium,
Aglaonema modestum,
Aglaonema nebulosum,
Aglaonema nitidum,
Aglaonema ovatum,
Aglaonema philippinense,
Aglaonema pictum,
Aglaonema pumilum,
Aglaonema rotunda,
Aglaonema simplex,
Aglaonema tricolor,
Aglaonema vittatum,
Aglaonema robeleynii,
Aglaonema birmanicum,
Aglaonema nicobaricum,
Aglaonema tassae,
Alloschemone inopinata,
Alloschemone occidentalis,
Alocasia megawatiae,
Alocasia chaii,
Alocasia infernalis,
Alocasia nycteris,
Alocasia hypoleuca,
Alocasia jiewhoei,
References
Jan D. Bastmeijer: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bastm.' in the authors string.