Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Bruniales
Species:
subsessilis
ID:
919008

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 7: 356 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000918343

Common Names

  • Columellia subsessilis
  • Subsessilis Columellia
  • Columellia Subsessilis

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Description

Columellia subsessilis (also called Subsessile Columella, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is a perennial herb with a creeping habit, growing up to 20 cm tall. It is native to Brazil and is found in montane forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Columellia subsessilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Columellia subsessilis is a small, white, five-petaled bloom. The seed is small and brown in colour, and the seedlings are green and slender with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Columellia subsessilis is a terrestrial orchid native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It can be grown in a pot or in the ground in a shady spot. It prefers a well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter. Propagation is done by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown on a moist medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs.

Where to Find Columellia subsessilis

Columellia subsessilis can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.

References

Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:63497-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.