Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
purpurascens
ID:
1273267

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kriebel

Source:
tro

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Rhodora 106: 43 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001272605

Common Names

  • Purpurascens Nautilocalyx
  • Purpurascens Nautilocalyx Plant
  • Purpurascens Nautilocalyx Flower

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Description

Nautilocalyx purpurascens (also called 'Purple Nautilocalyx', among many other common names) is a small herb native to the Andes of Colombia and Ecuador. It has small, purple flowers and small, ovate leaves. It grows in moist, shady areas of the forest, such as along streams and in ravines.

Uses & Benefits

Nautilocalyx purpurascens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to attract butterflies and hummingbirds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nautilocalyx purpurascens has small, white, fragrant flowers. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nautilocalyx purpurascens is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial shrub with a spreading habit. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Nautilocalyx purpurascens

Nautilocalyx purpurascens is native to the Andes Mountains in South America. It can be found in moist, shady areas in the mountains, usually at elevations of 1,500 to 3,000 meters.

Nautilocalyx purpurascens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nautilocalyx purpurascens?

Nautilocalyx purpurascens

What is the common name of Nautilocalyx purpurascens?

Purple Nautilocalyx

What is the natural habitat of Nautilocalyx purpurascens?

It is found in open woodlands, heathlands, and grasslands.

Species in the Nautilocalyx genus

Nautilocalyx porphyrotrichus, Nautilocalyx lehmannii, Nautilocalyx fasciculatus, Nautilocalyx pemphidius, Nautilocalyx leticianus, Nautilocalyx mimuloides, Nautilocalyx membranaceus, Nautilocalyx maguirei, Nautilocalyx pallidus, Nautilocalyx cataractarum, Nautilocalyx antioquensis, Nautilocalyx arenarius, Nautilocalyx punctatus, Nautilocalyx sastrei, Nautilocalyx resioides, Nautilocalyx colombianus, Nautilocalyx speciosus, Nautilocalyx peruvianus, Nautilocalyx bullatus, Nautilocalyx ecuadoranus, Nautilocalyx forgetii, Nautilocalyx hirsutus, Nautilocalyx lynchii, Nautilocalyx picturatus, Nautilocalyx whitei, Nautilocalyx mulfordii, Nautilocalyx glandulifer, Nautilocalyx vinosus, Nautilocalyx pictus, Nautilocalyx melittifolius, Nautilocalyx lucianii, Nautilocalyx aeneus, Nautilocalyx bracteatus, Nautilocalyx purpurascens, Nautilocalyx biserrulatus, Nautilocalyx bicolor, Nautilocalyx decumbens, Nautilocalyx hirtiflorus, Nautilocalyx kohlerioides, Nautilocalyx silvaticus, Nautilocalyx urticifolius, Nautilocalyx erytranthus, Nautilocalyx rugosus,

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