Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
ericiflora
ID:
614731

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ridl.) Ridl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Fl. Malay Penins. 2: 533 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000614063

Common Names

  • Ericiflora Plant
  • Codonoboea Plant
  • Ericiflora Vine

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Synonyms

  • Didymocarpus ericiflorus Ridl. [unknown]
  • Henckelia ericiflora (Ridl.) A.Weber [unknown]

Description

Codonoboea ericiflora (also called Ericaceous Codonoboea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Brazil. It has long, thin stems and small, white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical climates and prefers moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Codonoboea ericiflora is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and as a border plant. It has attractive pink flowers and is drought tolerant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Codonoboea ericiflora is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Codonoboea ericiflora is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be grown in a variety of conditions. It prefers a warm, humid climate and can be propagated from stem cuttings. It should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept in bright, indirect light. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Codonoboea ericiflora

Codonoboea ericiflora is native to Central America, and can be found in the tropical forests of the region.

Codonoboea ericiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Codonoboea ericiflora?

Codonoboea ericiflora

What is the common name of Codonoboea ericiflora?

Heath-like Codonoboea

What is the family of Codonoboea ericiflora?

Asteraceae

Species in the Codonoboea genus

Codonoboea caelestis, Codonoboea ericiflora, Codonoboea leucocodon, Codonoboea lilacina, Codonoboea nivea, Codonoboea rubiginosa, Codonoboea robinsonii, Codonoboea ridleyana, Codonoboea reptans, Codonoboea rugosa, Codonoboea stolonifera, Codonoboea yongii, Codonoboea viscida, Codonoboea venusta, Codonoboea tiumanica, Codonoboea soldanella, Codonoboea serratifolia, Codonoboea salicinoides, Codonoboea salicina, Codonoboea ramosa, Codonoboea urticoides, Codonoboea holttumii, Codonoboea malayana, Codonoboea longipes, Codonoboea leucantha, Codonoboea leiophylla, Codonoboea lancifolia, Codonoboea johorica, Codonoboea inaequalis, Codonoboea miniata, Codonoboea hispida, Codonoboea hirta, Codonoboea hirsuta, Codonoboea heterophylla, Codonoboea kelantanensis, Codonoboea platypus, Codonoboea quinquevulnera, Codonoboea pyroliflora, Codonoboea puncticulata, Codonoboea pumila, Codonoboea pulchella, Codonoboea primulina, Codonoboea marginata, Codonoboea pectinata, Codonoboea pauziana, Codonoboea parviflora, Codonoboea nitida, Codonoboea polyanthoides, Codonoboea elata, Codonoboea glabrata,

Species in the Gesneriaceae family

Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,

References