Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
oblongicalyx
ID:
704696

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.L.Clark & L.E.Skog) J.L.Clark

Source:
cmp

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Selbyana 25: 204 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000704029

Common Names

  • Glossoloma oblongicalyx
  • Oblong-calyx Glossoloma
  • Oblongicalyx Glossoloma

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Synonyms

  • Alloplectus oblongicalyx J.L.Clark & L.E.Skog [unknown]

Description

Glossoloma oblongicalyx (also called Oblong-Calyx Glossoloma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is a woody climber with ovate to oblong-lanceolate leaves that are 4-10 cm long and 1.5-4 cm wide. It is native to Central America and South America, where it is found in wet montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Glossoloma oblongicalyx has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for the treatment of various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Glossoloma oblongicalyx is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped plants.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Glossoloma oblongicalyx is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Glossoloma oblongicalyx

Glossoloma oblongicalyx is native to the Amazon basin in South America. It is found in tropical rainforests, growing in moist, shady areas.

Glossoloma oblongicalyx FAQ

What is the scientific name of Glossoloma oblongicalyx?

Glossoloma oblongicalyx

What is the common name of Glossoloma oblongicalyx?

Oblong-calyx Glossoloma

What is the natural habitat of Glossoloma oblongicalyx?

Tropical rainforest

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-2826897: Based on the initial data import
John Littner Clark (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.L.Clark' in the authors string.
Laurence Skog (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.E.Skog' in the authors string.