Status:
valid
Authors:
Y.G.Wei, F.Wen & Mich.Möller
Source:
ksu
Year:
2010
Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 67: 179 (2010)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000746734
Common Names
- Litostigma coriaceifolium
- Coriaceifolium Litostigma
- Coriaceifolium's Litostigma
Description
Litostigma coriaceifolium (also called Leatherleaf Litostigma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is native to India and Sri Lanka. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Litostigma coriaceifolium is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscapes. It has a spreading habit and its flowers are often used in floral arrangements. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Litostigma coriaceifolium is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Litostigma coriaceifolium is a tropical shrub native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature branches and planted in a moist soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they take root.
Where to Find Litostigma coriaceifolium
Litostigma coriaceifolium can be found in tropical regions of South America.
Litostigma coriaceifolium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Litostigma coriaceifolium?
Litostigma coriaceifolium
What is the family of Litostigma coriaceifolium?
Gesneriaceae
What is the native range of Litostigma coriaceifolium?
Colombia
Species in the Litostigma genus
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
Yi Gang Wei: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.G.Wei' in the authors string.
Fang Wen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Wen' in the authors string.