Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Species:
aethiopica
ID:
472623

Status:
valid

Authors:
Welw.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1869

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 27: 67 (1869)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000471955



Common Names

  • Aethiopica Pilostyles
  • Aethiopica Daisy Bush
  • Aethiopica Daisy Tree


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Synonyms

  • Berlinianche aethiopica (Welw.) Vattimo-Gil [unknown]
  • Berlinianche holtzii (Engl.) Vattimo-Gil [unknown]
  • Pilostyles arthiopica Welw. [unknown]
  • Pilostyles holtzii Engl. [unknown]

Description

Pilostyles aethiopica (also called Ethiopian Pilostyles, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is a small, epiphytic shrub with white flowers and is native to Ecuador. It grows in wet montane forests at elevations between 600 and 2,000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Pilostyles aethiopica is used in landscaping as an ornamental plant. It is also used for medicinal purposes to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pilostyles aethiopica is a bright yellow-orange color and has a bell-shaped structure. The seeds are small, black, and have a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and have a white-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilostyles aethiopica can be propagated from seed or by division of the clumps. Cultivation is best done in a sunny position with well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and reduce watering during the winter months.

Where to Find Pilostyles aethiopica

Pilostyles aethiopica can be found in the tropical forests of Ethiopia.

Pilostyles aethiopica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilostyles aethiopica?

Pilostyles aethiopica

What is the natural habitat of Pilostyles aethiopica?

Grasslands and meadows

What is the flowering period of Pilostyles aethiopica?

Late spring to early summer