Status:
valid
Authors:
J.L.Clark
Source:
cmp
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. Monogr. 88: 99 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000746541
Common Names
- Glossoloma subglabrum
- Smooth Glossoloma
- Smooth Glossoloma Flower
Description
Glossoloma subglabrum (also called Subglabrous Glossoloma, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a woody rootstock, native to Central Asia and the Caucasus. It typically grows in dry and rocky habitats, such as steppes, meadows, and hillsides.
Uses & Benefits
Glossoloma subglabrum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Glossoloma subglabrum are white and have a tubular shape. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small and have small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Glossoloma subglabrum is a perennial, evergreen climber that can be propagated from stem cuttings. It prefers a sunny, sheltered position in well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed, but it is slow to germinate and can take up to two years to reach flowering size.
Where to Find Glossoloma subglabrum
Glossoloma subglabrum can be found in the tropical and subtropical forests of South America.
Glossoloma subglabrum FAQ
What type of soil is best for Glossoloma subglabrum?
Glossoloma subglabrum prefers moist, well-drained soils with a slightly acidic pH.
What is the best temperature for Glossoloma subglabrum?
Glossoloma subglabrum prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).
How much light does Glossoloma subglabrum need?
Glossoloma subglabrum prefers partial shade to full sun.
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,