Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
kalbreyeri
ID:
645470

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fritsch

Source:
cmp

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Beibl. Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 119: 31 (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000644802

Common Names

  • Diastema kalbreyeri
  • Kalbreyeri Diastema
  • Kalbreyeri

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Description

Diastema kalbreyeri (also called Kalbreyer's Diastema, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with linear to lanceolate leaves and white, yellow, or pink flowers. It is native to the Caribbean, Mexico, Central America, and South America, and is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Diastema kalbreyeri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has attractive foliage and flowers that attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Diastema kalbreyeri has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and a single style. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and have a single, slender stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diastema kalbreyeri is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant but will need regular watering during the summer months. It can be pruned back in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Diastema kalbreyeri

Diastema kalbreyeri can be found in the South American countries of Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Ecuador, Paraguay, Peru, and Uruguay.

Diastema kalbreyeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diastema kalbreyeri?

Diastema kalbreyeri

What type of plant is Diastema kalbreyeri?

It is an evergreen perennial

What is the natural habitat of Diastema kalbreyeri?

It is native to South Africa

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-2765437: Based on the initial data import
Karl Fritsch (1864-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fritsch' in the authors string.