Centropogon vitifolius - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vitifolius
ID:
830625
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lammers
Source:
wcs
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Novon 12: 222 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000829960
Common Names
- Vitifolius Centropogon
- Centropogon vitifolius
- Centropogon
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Centropogon vitifolius (also called Vine-leaved Centropogon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Campanulaceae. It is native to Colombia, and is found in montane forests and paramo habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Centropogon vitifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It can also be used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin diseases and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Centropogon vitifolius is a white or pinkish-white, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, dark green, oval-shaped seedling with a single cotyledon.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Centropogon vitifolius is a tropical plant native to Central and South America. It is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a moist soil mix. The soil should be kept moist until the cuttings have rooted.
Where to Find Centropogon vitifolius
Centropogon vitifolius can be found in Colombia.
Centropogon vitifolius FAQ
What is the scientific name of Centropogon vitifolius?
Centropogon vitifolius
What is the family of Centropogon vitifolius?
Campanulaceae
What is the native range of Centropogon vitifolius?
Colombia
Species in the Centropogon genus
Centropogon acrodentatus, Centropogon aequatorialis, Centropogon alatus, Centropogon albertinus, Centropogon albolimbatus, Centropogon albostellatus, Centropogon alens, Centropogon alsophilus, Centropogon altus, Centropogon amplicorollinus, Centropogon aquilinus, Centropogon arachnocalyx, Centropogon arcuatus, Centropogon argutus, Centropogon asclepiadeus, Centropogon astrotrichus, Centropogon aurostellatus, Centropogon australis, Centropogon ayavacensis, Centropogon azuayensis, Centropogon baezanus, Centropogon balslevii, Centropogon bangii, Centropogon belliflorus, Centropogon beniteziae, Centropogon berteroanus, Centropogon beslerioides, Centropogon brachysiphoniatus, Centropogon brittonianus, Centropogon bruneotomentosus, Centropogon burmeisteroides, Centropogon calycinus, Centropogon candidatus, Centropogon caoutchouc, Centropogon capitatus, Centropogon carnosus, Centropogon carolinae, Centropogon cazaletii, Centropogon chiltasonensis, Centropogon chontalensis, Centropogon cinnabarinus, Centropogon coccineus, Centropogon comosus, Centropogon congestus, Centropogon connatilobatus, Centropogon cordifolius, Centropogon cornutus, Centropogon costaricae, Centropogon cupreus, Centropogon curvatus,
Species in the Campanulaceae family
Adenophora amurica, Adenophora brevidiscifera, Adenophora capillaris, Adenophora changaica, Adenophora coelestis, Adenophora contracta, Adenophora cordifolia, Adenophora divaricata, Adenophora elata, Adenophora fusifolia, Adenophora gmelinii, Adenophora golubinzevaeana, Adenophora grandiflora, Adenophora hatsushimae, Adenophora himalayana, Adenophora hubeiensis, Adenophora izuensis, Adenophora jacutica, Adenophora jasionifolia, Adenophora khasiana, Adenophora lamarkii, Adenophora liliifolia, Adenophora liliifolioides, Adenophora lobophylla, Adenophora longipedicellata, Adenophora maximowicziana, Adenophora micrantha, Adenophora morrisonensis, Adenophora nikoensis, Adenophora ningxianica, Adenophora palustris, Adenophora pereskiifolia, Adenophora petiolata, Adenophora pinifolia, Adenophora polyantha, Adenophora potaninii, Adenophora probatovae, Adenophora remotidens, Adenophora remotiflora, Adenophora rupestris, Adenophora rupincola, Adenophora sinensis, Adenophora stenanthina, Adenophora stenophylla, Adenophora stricta, Adenophora sublata, Adenophora takedai, Adenophora tashiroi, Adenophora taurica, Adenophora trachelioides,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-367273: Based on the initial data import
Thomas G. Lammers (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lammers' in the authors string.