Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
velutinum
ID:
1330490

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.L.Clark & L.A.Rodas

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. Res. Inst. Texas 8: 43 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342944

Common Names

  • Velvet Glossoloma
  • Velutinum Glossoloma
  • Glossoloma velutinum

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Description

Glossoloma velutinum (also called velvety glossoloma, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical regions of the Americas. It has small, white flowers and a sprawling habit, and grows in open woodlands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Glossoloma velutinum is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and coughs. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Glossoloma velutinum has yellow flowers with red centers and is a member of the mint family. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have short, thick stems with large, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Glossoloma velutinum is a perennial herb that is native to Central America. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist soil mix. Plants should be grown in full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Glossoloma velutinum

Glossoloma velutinum can be found in the tropical rainforests of Colombia and Ecuador.

Glossoloma velutinum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Glossoloma velutinum?

Glossoloma velutinum

What is the common name of Glossoloma velutinum?

Velutinum Glossoloma

What is the natural habitat of Glossoloma velutinum?

It is native to the Mediterranean region of Europe and North Africa.

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

John Littner Clark (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.L.Clark' in the authors string.
Larri A. Rodas: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.A.Rodas' in the authors string.