Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
ultraviolacea
ID:
616481

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.F.Sm. & L.E.Skog

Source:
cmp

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Novon 3: 193 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000615813

Common Names

  • Ultraviolacea Columnea
  • Ultra-Violet Columnea
  • Ultra-Violet Jewel Orchid

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Description

Columnea ultraviolacea (also called 'Ultraviolacea Columnea', among many other common names) is an epiphytic plant native to Colombia and Ecuador. It has long, thin, trailing stems with small, ovate leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in humid, tropical forests and is often found growing on trees.

Uses & Benefits

Columnea ultraviolacea is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its air-purifying properties and can also be used to attract butterflies and hummingbirds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Columnea ultraviolacea has small yellow flowers with an orange center and a white throat. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Columnea ultraviolacea is a small, epiphytic shrub native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It can be propagated from stem cuttings or by division of the root system. It should be grown in a bright, humid location with good air circulation. The soil should be well-draining and slightly acidic. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Columnea ultraviolacea

Columnea ultraviolacea is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Columnea ultraviolacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Columnea ultraviolacea?

Columnea ultraviolacea

What is the family of Columnea ultraviolacea?

Gesneriaceae

What is the origin of Columnea ultraviolacea?

Central America

Species in the Columnea genus

Columnea albiflora, Columnea aliena, Columnea allenii, Columnea ambigua, Columnea ampliata, Columnea angustata, Columnea anisophylla, Columnea antiocana, Columnea argentea, Columnea arguta, Columnea asteroloma, Columnea atahualpae, Columnea aurantia, Columnea aurea, Columnea bilabiata, Columnea billbergiana, Columnea brenneri, Columnea brevipila, Columnea byrsina, Columnea calotricha, Columnea canarina, Columnea capillosa, Columnea cerropirrana, Columnea chiricana, Columnea chrysotricha, Columnea ciliata, Columnea citriflora, Columnea cobana, Columnea colombiana, Columnea consanguinea, Columnea coronata, Columnea coronocrypta, Columnea crassa, Columnea crassicaulis, Columnea crassifolia, Columnea cruenta, Columnea cuspidata, Columnea dictyophylla, Columnea dimidiata, Columnea dissimilis, Columnea domingensis, Columnea dressleri, Columnea eburnea, Columnea elongatifolia, Columnea ericae, Columnea erythrophaea, Columnea erythrophylla, Columnea eubracteata, Columnea fawcettii, Columnea fernandezii,

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2732033: Based on the initial data import
Laurence Skog (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.E.Skog' in the authors string.
James Foley Smith: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.Sm.' in the authors string.