Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
palustris
ID:
228316

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 11: 38 (1868)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000227646

Common Names

  • Limnosipanea Palustris
  • Marsh Limnosipanea
  • Limnosipanea Plant

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Synonyms

  • Limnosipanea schomburgkii Hook.f. [valid]
  • Sipanea palustris Seem. [valid]
  • Limnosipanea schomburgkii robustior Pilg. [valid]

Description

Limnosipanea palustris (also called Marsh Limnosipanea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is an evergreen perennial herb with white flowers. It is native to Brazil, and is found in wet, marshy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Limnosipanea palustris is a popular ornamental plant in tropical gardens and is used as a houseplant in temperate climates. It is also used in traditional medicine and as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Limnosipanea palustris is a small, yellow-green inflorescence with a single, yellow-green tepal. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, round, and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Limnosipanea palustris is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family. It is native to Ecuador and Colombia. It can be propagated by division or stem cuttings. It requires a warm, humid environment and bright, indirect light. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Limnosipanea palustris

Limnosipanea palustris is native to Colombia.

Limnosipanea palustris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Limnosipanea palustris?

Limnosipanea palustris

What are the common names of Limnosipanea palustris?

Marsh Limnosipanea

What is the growth habit of Limnosipanea palustris?

It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 meters in height

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