Status:
valid
Authors:
K.Schum.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1904
Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 46: 410 (1904)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000362906
Common Names
- Costus chrysocephalus
- Costus speciosus
- Costus barbatus
Description
Costus chrysocephalus (also called 'Golden-headed Cane', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South-East Asia. It has a clumping habit and is covered in bright yellow flowers. It is found in moist, shady areas and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Costus chrysocephalus is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating fever, colds, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Costus chrysocephalus flower is a yellow-orange color with five petals and a central pistil. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped leaves with a yellow-orange hue.
Cultivation and Propagation
Costus chrysocephalus is a tropical perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.
Where to Find Costus chrysocephalus
Costus chrysocephalus is native to India and can be found in open grasslands and dry scrub forests.
Costus chrysocephalus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Costus chrysocephalus?
Costus chrysocephalus
What is the common name of Costus chrysocephalus?
Golden-headed Costus
What is the growth habit of Costus chrysocephalus?
It is a deciduous shrub with an upright growth habit.
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,