Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
calycosa
ID:
702804

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.) Kuntze

Source:
cmp

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 2: 473 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000702137

Common Names

  • Gesneria Calycosa
  • Calycosa Gesneria
  • Gesneria

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Synonyms

  • Codonoraphia calycosa (Decne.) Oerst. [unknown]
  • Conradia calycosa Hook. [unknown]
  • Pentaraphia calycosa Decne. [unknown]

Description

Gesneria calycosa (also called Calycosa Gesneria, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caribbean islands. It has a basal rosette of linear leaves and umbels of white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Gesneria calycosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and bright flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gesneria calycosa is a yellow, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gesneria calycosa is a perennial herbaceous plant that is propagated from seed. Sow the seeds in a well-draining, sandy soil in a sunny location. Water the soil regularly, but do not overwater. The plants will bloom in late summer and early fall. Deadhead the flowers to encourage more blooms. Divide the plants every few years to keep them healthy and vigorous.

Where to Find Gesneria calycosa

Gesneria calycosa is native to Costa Rica. It can be found in tropical moist montane forests.

Gesneria calycosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gesneria calycosa?

Gesneria calycosa

What is the common name of Gesneria calycosa?

Calyx-like Gesneria

Where is Gesneria calycosa native to?

Cuba

Species in the Gesneria genus

Gesneria acaulis, Gesneria alpina, Gesneria aspera, Gesneria barahonensis, Gesneria binghamii, Gesneria brachysepala, Gesneria bracteosa, Gesneria brevifolia, Gesneria bullata, Gesneria calycina, Gesneria calycosa, Gesneria celsioides, Gesneria christii, Gesneria citrina, Gesneria clandestina, Gesneria clarensis, Gesneria confertifolia, Gesneria cubensis, Gesneria cuneifolia, Gesneria decapleura, Gesneria duchartreoides, Gesneria ekmanii, Gesneria exserta, Gesneria ferruginea, Gesneria filipes, Gesneria fruticosa, Gesneria glandulosa, Gesneria gloxinioides, Gesneria haitiensis, Gesneria harrisii, Gesneria heterochroa, Gesneria humilis, Gesneria hybocarpa, Gesneria hypoclada, Gesneria jamaicensis, Gesneria lanceolata, Gesneria libanensis, Gesneria nipensis, Gesneria odontophylla, Gesneria onychocalyx, Gesneria parvifolia, Gesneria pauciflora, Gesneria pedicellaris, Gesneria pedunculosa, Gesneria pulverulenta, Gesneria pumila, Gesneria purpurascens, Gesneria quisqueyana, Gesneria reticulata, Gesneria salicifolia,

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-2824812: Based on the initial data import
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.