Status:
valid
Authors:
Maas
Source:
wcs
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
Fl. Neotrop. Monogr. 8: 98 (1972)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000362896
Common Names
- Costus Chartaceus
- Papery Costus
- Papery Spiral Ginger
Description
Costus chartaceus (also called Papyrus Costus, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to South America. It has long, slender stems and small, oval-shaped leaves. It grows in moist soils and is often found in meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Costus chartaceus is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as a diuretic, anthelmintic, and antiseptic. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Costus chartaceus has yellow flowers with a red center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Costus chartaceus can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or autumn. Replant the divisions in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and keep the soil moist.
Where to Find Costus chartaceus
Costus chartaceus is native to India and can be found in open grasslands and dry scrub forests.
Costus chartaceus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Costus chartaceus?
Costus chartaceus
What is the common name of Costus chartaceus?
Papery Costus
What is the family of Costus chartaceus?
Costaceae
Species in the Costus genus
Costus acanthocephalus,
Costus acreanus,
Costus adolphi-friderici,
Costus afer,
Costus allenii,
Costus amazonicus,
Costus arabicus,
Costus asplundii,
Costus asteranthus,
Costus barbatus,
Costus beckii,
Costus bicolor,
Costus bracteatus,
Costus chartaceus,
Costus chrysocephalus,
Costus claviger,
Costus clemensae,
Costus comosus,
Costus cordatus,
Costus cupreifolius,
Costus curvibracteatus,
Costus dendrophilus,
Costus dinklagei,
Costus dirzoi,
Costus dubius,
Costus erythrocoryne,
Costus erythrophyllus,
Costus erythrothyrsus,
Costus fortalezae,
Costus gabonensis,
Costus geothyrsus,
Costus giganteus,
Costus glaucus,
Costus guanaiensis,
Costus juruanus,
Costus laevis,
Costus lasius,
Costus lateriflorus,
Costus ledermannii,
Costus leucanthus,
Costus ligularis,
Costus lima,
Costus longibracteolatus,
Costus lucanusianus,
Costus maboumiensis,
Costus macranthus,
Costus malortieanus,
Costus microcephalus,
Costus montanus,
Costus mosaicus,
Species in the Costaceae family
Chamaecostus congestiflorus,
Chamaecostus curcumoides,
Chamaecostus cuspidatus,
Chamaecostus fragilis,
Chamaecostus fusiformis,
Chamaecostus lanceolatus,
Chamaecostus subsessilis,
Chamaecostus acaulis,
Costus acanthocephalus,
Costus acreanus,
Costus adolphi-friderici,
Costus afer,
Costus allenii,
Costus amazonicus,
Costus arabicus,
Costus asplundii,
Costus asteranthus,
Costus barbatus,
Costus beckii,
Costus bicolor,
Costus bracteatus,
Costus chartaceus,
Costus chrysocephalus,
Costus claviger,
Costus clemensae,
Costus comosus,
Costus cordatus,
Costus cupreifolius,
Costus curvibracteatus,
Costus dendrophilus,
Costus dinklagei,
Costus dirzoi,
Costus dubius,
Costus erythrocoryne,
Costus erythrophyllus,
Costus erythrothyrsus,
Costus fortalezae,
Costus gabonensis,
Costus geothyrsus,
Costus giganteus,
Costus glaucus,
Costus guanaiensis,
Costus juruanus,
Costus laevis,
Costus lasius,
Costus lateriflorus,
Costus ledermannii,
Costus leucanthus,
Costus ligularis,
Costus lima,