Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
leucocodon
ID:
614733

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ridl.) Ridl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1923

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000614065

Common Names

  • Leucocodon Plant
  • Codonoboea Plant
  • Leucocodon Vine

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Synonyms

  • Paraboea leucocodon Ridl. [unknown]
  • Didymocarpus leucocodon (Ridl.) Kiew [unknown]
  • Henckelia leucocodon (Ridl.) A.Weber [unknown]

Description

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

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Codonoboea leucocodon has white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and green with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Codonoboea leucocodon 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 leucocodon

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

Codonoboea leucocodon FAQ

What is the scientific name of Codonoboea leucocodon?

Codonoboea leucocodon

What is the common name of Codonoboea leucocodon?

White-toothed Codonoboea

What is the family of Codonoboea leucocodon?

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