Streptocarpus schliebenii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
schliebenii
ID:
1239630
Status:
valid
Authors:
Mansf.
Source:
tro
Year:
1934
Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 12: 95 (1934)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001238968
Common Names
- Streptocarpus schliebenii
- Schliebenii Streptocarpus
- Streptocarpus Schliebenii
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Streptocarpus schliebenii (also called Schlieben's cape primrose, Schlieben's streptocarpus, and Schlieben's waxplant, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Africa. It is characterized by its small, white, five-petaled flowers, and its small, oval-shaped leaves. It grows in moist, sandy, and rocky habitats, and is commonly found in tropical regions.
Uses & Benefits
Streptocarpus schliebenii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Streptocarpus schliebenii are white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small with heart-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Streptocarpus schliebenii is an evergreen perennial herb that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-10.
Where to Find Streptocarpus schliebenii
Streptocarpus schliebenii can be found in Tanzania.
Streptocarpus schliebenii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Streptocarpus schliebenii?
Streptocarpus schliebenii
What is the family of Streptocarpus schliebenii?
Gesneriaceae
Where is Streptocarpus schliebenii native to?
Tanzania
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
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50100524: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Mansfeld (1901-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mansf.' in the authors string.