Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Species:
collina
ID:
472627

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dell

Source:
ksu

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 4: 293 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000471959



Common Names

  • Collina Pilostyles
  • Collina Daisy Bush
  • Collina Daisy Tree


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Description

Pilostyles collina (also called Hill 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 collina 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 collina 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 collina 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 collina

Pilostyles collina can be found in the tropical forests of Mexico.

Pilostyles collina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilostyles collina?

Pilostyles collina

What is the natural habitat of Pilostyles collina?

Grasslands and meadows

What is the flowering period of Pilostyles collina?

Late spring to early summer