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
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.
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
Wen Hong Chen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.H.Chen' in the authors string.