Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
pittierianus
ID:
1327810

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pipoly & Ricketson

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Novon 23: 75 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340264

Common Names

  • Pittierianus Cybianthus
  • Pittierianus Cybianthus
  • Pittierianus Cybianthus

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Description

Cybianthus pittierianus (also called Pittier's Cybianthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is a small, evergreen perennial, growing up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America, from Mexico to Peru. It is found in moist, shady habitats, often near rivers and streams.

Uses & Benefits

Cybianthus pittierianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and it is also used in traditional Venezuelan medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cybianthus pittierianus is white and tubular, with five lobes. The seed is a small, brown, flattened, and oblong-shaped. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cybianthus pittierianus is a terrestrial plant that can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It prefers a well-drained soil and should be kept in a shady spot. Propagation can be done by division of the rhizomes or by cuttings of the leaves.

Where to Find Cybianthus pittierianus

Cybianthus pittierianus is found in the tropical forests of Costa Rica.

Cybianthus pittierianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cybianthus pittierianus?

Cybianthus pittierianus

What is the common name of Cybianthus pittierianus?

Pittier's Cybianthus

What is the family of Cybianthus pittierianus?

Ericaceae

Species in the Cybianthus genus

Cybianthus agostinianus, Cybianthus alpestris, Cybianthus amplus, Cybianthus anthuriophyllus, Cybianthus antillanus, Cybianthus apiculatus, Cybianthus bahiensis, Cybianthus barbosae, Cybianthus barrosoanus, Cybianthus baruanus, Cybianthus blanchetii, Cybianthus bogotensis, Cybianthus boissieri, Cybianthus breweri, Cybianthus buchtienii, Cybianthus candamoensis, Cybianthus caracasanus, Cybianthus cardonae, Cybianthus cenepensis, Cybianthus chamaephyta, Cybianthus cogolloi, Cybianthus collinus, Cybianthus colombianus, Cybianthus comperuvianus, Cybianthus coriaceus, Cybianthus coronatus, Cybianthus costaricanus, Cybianthus croatii, Cybianthus crotonoides, Cybianthus cruegeri, Cybianthus cuatrecasasii, Cybianthus cuneifolius, Cybianthus cuspidatus, Cybianthus cuyabensis, Cybianthus cyclopetalus, Cybianthus deltatus, Cybianthus densicomus, Cybianthus densiflorus, Cybianthus detergens, Cybianthus duckei, Cybianthus duidae, Cybianthus dussii, Cybianthus fabiolae, Cybianthus fendleri, Cybianthus flavovirens, Cybianthus fosteri, Cybianthus frigidicola, Cybianthus froelichii, Cybianthus fulvopulverulentus, Cybianthus fuscus,

Species in the Primulaceae family

Aegiceras corniculatum, Aegiceras floridum, Amblyanthopsis bhotanica, Amblyanthopsis membranacea, Amblyanthopsis philippinensis, Amblyanthus glandulosus, Amblyanthus multiflorus, Amblyanthus obovatus, Amblyanthus praetervisus, Androsace beringensis, Androsace idahoensis, Androsace adenocephala, Androsace adfinis, Androsace aflatunensis, Androsace aizoon, Androsace akbajtalensis, Androsace alaica, Androsace alaschanica, Androsace alaskana, Androsace albana, Androsace alchemilloides, Androsace alpina, Androsace americana, Androsace apus, Androsace aretioides, Androsace aretioides, Androsace argentea, Androsace armeniaca, Androsace axillaris, Androsace baltistanica, Androsace bidentata, Androsace bisulca, Androsace brachystegia, Androsace brahmaputrae, Androsace brevis, Androsace bryomorpha, Androsace bulleyana, Androsace bungeana, Androsace caduca, Androsace caespitosa, Androsace cernuiflora, Androsace chaixii, Androsace chamaejasme, Androsace ciliata, Androsace ciliifolia, Androsace constancei, Androsace coronata, Androsace cortusifolia, Androsace croftii, Androsace cuscutiformis,

References

John J. Pipoly (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pipoly' in the authors string.
Jon M. Ricketson (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ricketson' in the authors string.