Corytoplectus cutucuensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cutucuensis
ID:
624182
Status:
valid
Authors:
Wiehler
Source:
cmp
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Gesneriana 1: 35 (1995)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000623514
Common Names
- Corytoplectus Cutucuensis
- Cutucuensis Cactus
- Cutucuensis's Cactus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Corytoplectus cutucuensis (also called Cutucuense Corytoplectus, among many other common names) is a small, succulent shrub with a height of up to 1 m. It is native to Ecuador and is found in tropical rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Corytoplectus cutucuensis is an attractive ornamental plant with bright purple flowers. It is used in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also attractive to bees and butterflies.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Corytoplectus cutucuensis has yellow flowers with a diameter of 2.5 cm. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single stem with a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Corytoplectus cutucuensis is a slow-growing, clumping cactus with small, globular stems. It is best grown in full sun and in well-drained, sandy soil. Propagation is by seed or offsets.
Where to Find Corytoplectus cutucuensis
Corytoplectus cutucuensis is native to Ecuador.
Corytoplectus cutucuensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Corytoplectus cutucuensis?
Corytoplectus cutucuensis
What is the common name of Corytoplectus cutucuensis?
Cutucu Corytoplectus
What type of plant is Corytoplectus cutucuensis?
It is a type of shrub
Species in the Corytoplectus genus
Corytoplectus capitatus, Corytoplectus congestus, Corytoplectus cutucuensis, Corytoplectus deltoideus, Corytoplectus riceanus, Corytoplectus schlimii, Corytoplectus speciosus, Corytoplectus grandifolius, Corytoplectus longipedunculatus, Corytoplectus purpuratus, Corytoplectus zamorensis, Corytoplectus oaxacensis,
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-2739881: Based on the initial data import
Hans Wiehler (1930-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wiehler' in the authors string.