Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sumatrana
ID:
624278

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 3, 13: 421 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000623610

Common Names

  • Costera sumatrana
  • Sumatran Costera
  • Sumatran Costera

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Description

Costera sumatrana (also called 'Sumatran Costera', among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herb that grows up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to Borneo and is found in forests, thickets, and along streams. It has ovate-lanceolate leaves and white flowers with yellow anthers.

Uses & Benefits

Costera sumatrana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a pleasant fragrance and is often used in perfumes and soaps. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Costera sumatrana is small and white with four petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Costera sumatrana can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained compost, and kept at a temperature of 18-20°C (64-68°F). Division can be done in spring or autumn. Plants should be grown in a sunny or partially shaded position in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Costera sumatrana

Costera sumatrana is native to the Philippines and can be found in tropical forests.

Costera sumatrana FAQ

What is the common name of Costera sumatrana?

Sumatran Rock Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Costera sumatrana?

It is found in rocky hillsides and dry grasslands in Sumatra

What is the size of Costera sumatrana?

It typically grows to a height of 2-3 inches (5-7 cm)

Species in the Ericaceae family