Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
coulterioides
ID:
1334316

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Griseb.) Gagnon & G.P.Lewis

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys71: 120 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346770

Common Names

  • Erythrostemon Coulterioides
  • Coulterioides Erythrostemon
  • Coulter's Erythrostemon

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Description

Erythrostemon coulterioides (also called Coulter's erythrostemon, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Mexico. It has long, thin leaves and small yellow flowers. This plant is found in tropical rainforests and moist areas.

Uses & Benefits

Erythrostemon coulterioides is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erythrostemon coulterioides is a small, white, five-petalled flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erythrostemon coulterioides can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and placed in a potting mix that is kept moist. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Erythrostemon coulterioides

Erythrostemon coulterioides is native to Mexico.

Erythrostemon coulterioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erythrostemon coulterioides?

Erythrostemon coulterioides

What is the common name of Erythrostemon coulterioides?

Coulter's Erythrostemon

What is the natural habitat of Erythrostemon coulterioides?

It is found in rainforest habitats in Costa Rica and Panama

Species in the Erythrostemon genus

Erythrostemon gilliesii, Erythrostemon calycinus, Erythrostemon gilliesii, Erythrostemon fimbriatus, Erythrostemon hughesii, Erythrostemon melanadenius, Erythrostemon mexicanus, Erythrostemon nicaraguensis, Erythrostemon oyamae, Erythrostemon acapulcensis, Erythrostemon angulatus, Erythrostemon argentinus, Erythrostemon caladenia, Erythrostemon caudatus, Erythrostemon coluteifolius, Erythrostemon exilifolius, Erythrostemon exostemma, Erythrostemon glandulosus, Erythrostemon hintonii, Erythrostemon laxus, Erythrostemon palmeri, Erythrostemon phyllanthoides, Erythrostemon yucatanensis, Erythrostemon macvaughii, Erythrostemon nelsonii, Erythrostemon pannosus, Erythrostemon placidus, Erythrostemon standleyi, Erythrostemon robinsonianus, Erythrostemon coulterioides, Erythrostemon coccineus, Erythrostemon epifanioi, Erythrostemon guevarafeferi, Erythrostemon sousanus,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
Gwilym Peter Lewis (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.P.Lewis' in the authors string.
Edeline Gagnon: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gagnon' in the authors string.