Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
longituba
ID:
835935

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Schum. ex Engl.) Kårehed & B.Bremer

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Taxon 56: 1075 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835270

Common Names

  • Chamaepentas Longituba
  • Longituba Chamaepentas
  • Long-Tubed Orchid

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Description

Chamaepentas longituba (also called 'Long-tubed Chamaepentas', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Campanulaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is typically found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Chamaepentas longituba is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, inflammation, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chamaepentas longituba is a single, white to cream-coloured flower with a yellow labellum. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a single, white to cream-coloured flower.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chamaepentas longituba is a shrub native to Mexico. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through cuttings taken in the spring or summer. Cuttings should be placed in a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks with a balanced fertilizer. It is also important to protect the plant from extreme temperatures and direct sunlight.

Where to Find Chamaepentas longituba

Chamaepentas longituba is found in the tropical rainforests of Thailand.

Chamaepentas longituba FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chamaepentas longituba?

Chamaepentas longituba

What is the common name of Chamaepentas longituba?

Longituba Chamaepentas

What is the natural habitat of Chamaepentas longituba?

It is found in rainforest and wet sclerophyll forest

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-372494: Based on the initial data import
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
Birgitta Bremer (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Bremer' in the authors string.
Jesper Kårehed (b.1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kårehed' in the authors string.