Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
burundianus
ID:
497480

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hilliard & B.L.Burtt

Source:
ksu

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Streptocarpus: Afr. Pl. Study : 387 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000496812

Common Names

  • Streptocarpus Burundianus
  • Burundian Streptocarpus
  • Burundian Cape Primrose

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Description

Streptocarpus burundianus (also called Burundi Streptocarpus, among many other common names) is a small shrub with a woody stem and small, oval-shaped leaves. It is native to Central and South America and grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Streptocarpus burundianus is a popular houseplant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It can be used to add color and texture to any room. It is also known for its air-purifying qualities, as it can help to remove toxins from the air.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Streptocarpus burundianus has a white flower with a short, thick stem. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are short and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Streptocarpus burundianus is a perennial herbaceous plant that is easy to propagate from seed. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by division or cuttings.

Where to Find Streptocarpus burundianus

Streptocarpus burundianus can be found in Burundi, Rwanda, and Tanzania.

Streptocarpus burundianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Streptocarpus burundianus?

Streptocarpus burundianus

What is the common name of Streptocarpus burundianus?

Burundianus Streptocarpus

What is the natural habitat of Streptocarpus burundianus?

Tropical and subtropical moist forests

Species in the Streptocarpus genus

Streptocarpus breviflos, Streptocarpus bindseili, Streptocarpus burundianus, Streptocarpus fasciatus, Streptocarpus fenestra-dei, Streptocarpus floribundus, Streptocarpus grandis, Streptocarpus goetzei, Streptocarpus formosus, Streptocarpus huamboensis, Streptocarpus lanatus, Streptocarpus longiflorus, Streptocarpus katangensis, Streptocarpus sambiranensis, Streptocarpus zimmermannii, Streptocarpus montis-bingae, Streptocarpus muscicola, Streptocarpus nobilis, Streptocarpus occultus, Streptocarpus roseo-albus, Streptocarpus muscosa, Streptocarpus makabengensis, Streptocarpus mandrerensis, Streptocarpus monophyllus, Streptocarpus pallidiflora, Streptocarpus rhodesianus, Streptocarpus parviflorus, Streptocarpus phaeotrichus, Streptocarpus actinoflorus, Streptocarpus aylae, Streptocarpus shumensis, Streptocarpus cordifolius, Streptocarpus semijunctus, Streptocarpus mangindranensis, Streptocarpus hildebrandtii, Streptocarpus brevistamineus, Streptocarpus tsimihetorum, Streptocarpus leandrii, Streptocarpus capuronii, Streptocarpus velutinus, Streptocarpus lokohensis, Streptocarpus suborbicularis, Streptocarpus stenosepalus, Streptocarpus itremensis, Streptocarpus perrieri, Streptocarpus boinensis, Streptocarpus polyphyllus, Streptocarpus variabilis, Streptocarpus ibityensis, Streptocarpus revivescens,

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

Olive Mary Hilliard (b.1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hilliard' in the authors string.
B. L. Burtt (1913-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Burtt' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:382879-1: Based on the initial data import