Status:
valid
Authors:
Weigend & Förther
Source:
ksu
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 7: 75 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000497154
Common Names
- Solenophora glomerata
- Glomerata Solenophora
- Solenophora glomerata Plant
Description
Solenophora glomerata (also called Clustered Solenophora, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa. It is found in moist forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Solenophora glomerata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Solenophora glomerata is a white, five-petalled bloom with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped and have a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Solenophora glomerata is a perennial, evergreen herbaceous plant. It is propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or early summer.
Where to Find Solenophora glomerata
Solenophora glomerata is native to tropical Africa.
Solenophora glomerata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Solenophora glomerata?
Solenophora glomerata
What is the common name of Solenophora glomerata?
Clustered solenophora
What is the natural habitat of Solenophora glomerata?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Solenophora genus
Solenophora glomerata,
Solenophora modesta,
Solenophora obscura,
Solenophora coccinea,
Solenophora schleehaufii,
Solenophora calycosa,
Solenophora abietorum,
Solenophora insignis,
Solenophora obliqua,
Solenophora tuerckheimiana,
Solenophora wilsonii,
Solenophora chiapasensis,
Solenophora erubescens,
Solenophora maculata,
Solenophora pirana,
Solenophora purpusii,
Solenophora endlicheriana,
Solenophora tuxtla,
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,