Status:
valid
Authors:
L.E.Skog & L.P.Kvist
Source:
cmp
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. Monogr. 59: 63 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000694842
Common Names
- Gasteranthus Epedunculatus
- Gasteranthus Epedunculatus
- Gasteranthus Epedunculatus
Description
Gasteranthus epedunculatus (also called Epedunculate Gasteranthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is native to Central and South America and is found in wet montane forests. The plant has a shrub-like habit and produces white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Gasteranthus epedunculatus has a variety of non-medical uses, including as a source of timber, firewood, and fuel. It is also used in traditional medicine and as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Gasteranthus epedunculatus is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, heart-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Garcinia wichmannii is a tropical evergreen tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 40°F (4°C). It needs regular watering during the growing season and should be fertilized every few months.
Where to Find Gasteranthus epedunculatus
Gasteranthus epedunculatus is native to Central America and northern South America. It is found in moist, shady forests and can be found in parts of Costa Rica, Ecuador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, and Panama.
Gasteranthus epedunculatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gasteranthus epedunculatus?
Gasteranthus epedunculatus
What is the common name of Gasteranthus epedunculatus?
Stalked Gasteranthus
Where is Gasteranthus epedunculatus found?
It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia.
Species in the Gasteranthus genus
Gasteranthus acropodus,
Gasteranthus acuticarinatus,
Gasteranthus adenocalyx,
Gasteranthus anomalus,
Gasteranthus atratus,
Gasteranthus atrolimbus,
Gasteranthus aurantiacus,
Gasteranthus bilsaensis,
Gasteranthus calcaratus,
Gasteranthus carinatus,
Gasteranthus colombianus,
Gasteranthus corallinus,
Gasteranthus crispus,
Gasteranthus delphinioides,
Gasteranthus dressleri,
Gasteranthus epedunculatus,
Gasteranthus extinctus,
Gasteranthus glaber,
Gasteranthus herbaceus,
Gasteranthus imbaburensis,
Gasteranthus imbricans,
Gasteranthus lateralis,
Gasteranthus leopardus,
Gasteranthus macrocalyx,
Gasteranthus mutabilis,
Gasteranthus orientandinus,
Gasteranthus osaensis,
Gasteranthus otongensis,
Gasteranthus pansamalanus,
Gasteranthus perennis,
Gasteranthus quitensis,
Gasteranthus recurvatus,
Gasteranthus tenellus,
Gasteranthus ternatus,
Gasteranthus timidus,
Gasteranthus trifoliatus,
Gasteranthus villosus,
Gasteranthus wendlandianus,
Gasteranthus diverticularis,
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,