Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
crystallinum
ID:
747406

Status:
valid

Authors:
Y.M.Shui & W.H.Chen

Source:
ksu

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 67: 181 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000746739

Common Names

  • Litostigma crystallinum
  • Crystallinum Litostigma
  • Crystallinum's Litostigma

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Description

Litostigma crystallinum (also called Crystal 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 crystallinum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Litostigma crystallinum has white flowers with yellow centres, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Litostigma crystallinum 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 crystallinum

Litostigma crystallinum can be found in tropical regions of South America.

Litostigma crystallinum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Litostigma crystallinum?

Litostigma crystallinum

What is the family of Litostigma crystallinum?

Gesneriaceae

What is the native range of Litostigma crystallinum?

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

Yu Min Shui (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.M.Shui' in the authors string.
Wen Hong Chen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.H.Chen' in the authors string.