Status:
valid
Authors:
J.L.Clark
Source:
cmp
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. Monogr. 88: 73 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000746482
Common Names
- Glossoloma pedunculatum
- Pedunculatum Glossoloma
- Glossoloma Pedunculatum
Description
Glossoloma pedunculatum (also called Glossoloma pedunculatum, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It has yellow flowers and grows in wet, tropical forests. It is also found in subtropical regions.
Uses & Benefits
Glossoloma pedunculatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Glossoloma pedunculatum is a yellow, star-shaped bloom with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green and oval-shaped.
Cultivation and Propagation
Glossoloma pedunculatum is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season, but avoid overwatering. Prune after flowering to maintain a compact shape.
Where to Find Glossoloma pedunculatum
Glossoloma pedunculatum is native to South America and can be found in the rainforests of Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Glossoloma pedunculatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Glossoloma pedunculatum?
Glossoloma pedunculatum
What is the common name of Glossoloma pedunculatum?
Pedunculatum Glossoloma
What type of plant is Glossoloma pedunculatum?
Herb
Species in the Glossoloma genus
Glossoloma altescandens,
Glossoloma baguense,
Glossoloma bicolor,
Glossoloma bolivianum,
Glossoloma carpishense,
Glossoloma chrysanthum,
Glossoloma cucullatum,
Glossoloma grandicalyx,
Glossoloma herthae,
Glossoloma ichthyoderma,
Glossoloma martinianum,
Glossoloma medusaeum,
Glossoloma oblongicalyx,
Glossoloma panamense,
Glossoloma penduliflorum,
Glossoloma purpureum,
Glossoloma pycnosuzygium,
Glossoloma schultzei,
Glossoloma serpens,
Glossoloma sprucei,
Glossoloma tetragonoides,
Glossoloma tetragonum,
Glossoloma pedunculatum,
Glossoloma subglabrum,
Glossoloma scandens,
Glossoloma harlequinoides,
Glossoloma anomalum,
Glossoloma velutinum,
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,