Description
Nautilocalyx pictus (also called Painted Nautilocalyx, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Gesneriaceae family. It is native to Brazil. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Nautilocalyx pictus is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive flowers and foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and other ailments.
Cultivation and Propagation
Nautilocalyx pictus is a small evergreen shrub native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a rooting medium. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Nautilocalyx pictus
Nautilocalyx pictus is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It can be found in the wild in Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, and Venezuela.