Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
coriaceifolium
ID:
747401

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

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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.

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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.
Michael Möller (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mich.Möller' in the authors string.