Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
cylindrocarpa
ID:
498006

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 58: 307 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000497338

Common Names

  • Sepikea cylindrocarpa
  • Sepikea
  • Gesneriad

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Description

Sepikea cylindrocarpa (also called Sepikea, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has an upright habit and produces long, narrow, lance-shaped leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical rainforests, and prefers moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Sepikea cylindrocarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant, with its leaves being used to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sepikea cylindrocarpa has yellow flowers with a red throat. Its seeds are small and round. Seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sepikea cylindrocarpa can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Division is best done in the spring or summer when the plant is actively growing. Keep the soil moist but not wet and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Sepikea cylindrocarpa

Sepikea cylindrocarpa can be found in Central and South America.

Sepikea cylindrocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sepikea cylindrocarpa?

Sepikea cylindrocarpa

What is the common name of Sepikea cylindrocarpa?

Cylindrical Sepikea

Where is Sepikea cylindrocarpa native to?

Brazil

Species in the Sepikea 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,