Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
colorata
ID:
1334704

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lundell) Trofimov

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Taxon 65: 989 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347158

Common Names

  • Colorata Damburneya
  • Damburneya of Colorata
  • Colorata Plant

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Description

Damburneya colorata (also called Damburneya colorata, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Andes of Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador. It grows in moist and shady habitats, such as grasslands, shrublands, and forests.

Uses & Benefits

Damburneya colorata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a groundcover in shady areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Damburneya colorata are white and tubular. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Damburneya colorata is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is native to Ecuador. It is a perennial herb with a creeping habit, growing up to 15 cm tall. It is best grown in a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by cuttings or division.

Where to Find Damburneya colorata

Damburneya colorata can be found in the forests of India.

Damburneya colorata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Damburneya colorata?

Damburneya colorata

What type of plant is Damburneya colorata?

It is a species of flowering plant.

Where is Damburneya colorata found?

It is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Species in the Lauraceae family

Actinodaphne acuminata, Actinodaphne albifrons, Actinodaphne amabilis, Actinodaphne ambigua, Actinodaphne archboldiana, Actinodaphne areolata, Actinodaphne bicolor, Actinodaphne borneensis, Actinodaphne bourdillonii, Actinodaphne bourneae, Actinodaphne brassii, Actinodaphne caesia, Actinodaphne campanulata, Actinodaphne candolleana, Actinodaphne celebica, Actinodaphne cinerea, Actinodaphne concinna, Actinodaphne concolor, Actinodaphne corymbosa, Actinodaphne crassa, Actinodaphne cupularis, Actinodaphne diversifolia, Actinodaphne dolichophylla, Actinodaphne elegans, Actinodaphne ellipticibacca, Actinodaphne engleriana, Actinodaphne ferruginea, Actinodaphne forrestii, Actinodaphne fragilis, Actinodaphne fuliginosa, Actinodaphne furfuracea, Actinodaphne glabra, Actinodaphne glauca, Actinodaphne glaucina, Actinodaphne glomerata, Actinodaphne gracilis, Actinodaphne henryi, Actinodaphne hirsuta, Actinodaphne hypoleucophylla, Actinodaphne javanica, Actinodaphne johorensis, Actinodaphne kinabaluensis, Actinodaphne koshepangii, Actinodaphne kostermansii, Actinodaphne kweichowensis, Actinodaphne lanata, Actinodaphne lanceolata, Actinodaphne latifolia, Actinodaphne lawsonii, Actinodaphne lecomtei,

References

Cyrus Longworth Lundell (1907-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lundell' in the authors string.
Dimitrij Trofimov: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Trofimov' in the authors string.