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
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.
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 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,
References
Larri A. Rodas: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.A.Rodas' in the authors string.