Status:
valid
Authors:
J.R.Grant
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. Res. Inst. Texas 6: 101 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001335948
Common Names
- Tapeinostemon Adulans
- Adulans Tapeinostemon
- Tapeinostemon Adulans
Description
Tapeinostemon adulans (also called 'Adulant's tapeinostemon', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It grows to a height of up to 0.5 m and has a soft, succulent stem. Its leaves are ovate-lanceolate in shape, with entire margins. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as in forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Tapeinostemon adulans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Tapeinostemon adulans is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a single row of petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, kidney-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tapeinostemon adulans is an annual herb native to Mexico. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed. The seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil and kept moist until germination.
Where to Find Tapeinostemon adulans
Tapeinostemon adulans is native to Colombia and can be found in the wild in the forests of Colombia.
Tapeinostemon adulans FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tapeinostemon adulans?
Tapeinostemon adulans
What is the common name of Tapeinostemon adulans?
Adulans Tapeinostemon
What is the natural habitat of Tapeinostemon adulans?
Grasslands and open woodlands
Species in the Tapeinostemon genus
Species in the Gentianaceae family
Adenolisianthus arboreus,
Anthocleista amplexicaulis,
Anthocleista djalonensis,
Anthocleista grandiflora,
Anthocleista inermis,
Anthocleista laxiflora,
Anthocleista liebrechtsiana,
Anthocleista longifolia,
Anthocleista madagascariensis,
Anthocleista microphylla,
Anthocleista nobilis,
Anthocleista obanensis,
Anthocleista procera,
Anthocleista scandens,
Anthocleista schweinfurthii,
Anthocleista vogelii,
Anthocleista potalioides,
Aripuana cullmaniorum,
Bartonia paniculata,
Bartonia verna,
Bartonia virginica,
Bisgoeppertia robustior,
Bisgoeppertia gracilis,
Bisgoeppertia scandens,
Blackstonia acuminata,
Blackstonia grandiflora,
Blackstonia imperfoliata,
Blackstonia perfoliata,
Calolisianthus amplissimus,
Calolisianthus pedunculatus,
Canscora alata,
Canscora andrographioides,
Canscora concanensis,
Canscora diffusa,
Canscora heteroclita,
Canscora macrocalyx,
Canscora pauciflora,
Canscora perfoliata,
Canscora roxburghii,
Canscora schultesii,
Canscora stricta,
Canscora bidoupensis,
Canscora bhatiana,
Canscora shrirangiana,
Canscora ciathula,
Canscora tetraptera,
Celiantha bella,
Celiantha chimantensis,
Celiantha imthurniana,
Centaurium ameghinoi,