Clermontia lindseyana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lindseyana
ID:
831065
Status:
valid
Authors:
Rock
Source:
wcs
Year:
1962
Citation Micro:
Occas. Pap. Bernice Pauahi Bishop Mus. 23: 67 (1962)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000830400
Common Names
- Clermontia Lindseyana
- Lindsey's Clermontia
- Lindsey's Tree-Heliconia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Clermontia lindseyana (also called 'Lindsey's Clermontia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Campanulaceae. It is a shrub that typically grows to a height of 0.5-2 m. It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. It is found in montane forests and cloud forests.
Uses & Benefits
Clermontia lindseyana is a plant native to Central and South America. It has been used traditionally to treat a variety of ailments including fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also known to have anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antiseptic properties. In addition, it has been used to treat skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, and dermatitis.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Clermontia lindseyana is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and round with a brown seed coat. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.
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Clermontia lindseyana is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It is best grown in well-drained, acidic soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Clermontia lindseyana
Clermontia lindseyana can be found on the island of Hawaii.
Clermontia lindseyana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Clermontia lindseyana?
Clermontia lindseyana
What is the common name of Clermontia lindseyana?
Lindseyana
What is the natural habitat of Clermontia lindseyana?
Tropical forests
Species in the Clermontia genus
Clermontia arborescens, Clermontia calophylla, Clermontia clermontioides, Clermontia drepanomorpha, Clermontia fauriei, Clermontia grandiflora, Clermontia hawaiiensis, Clermontia kakeana, Clermontia kohalae, Clermontia leptoclada, Clermontia lindseyana, Clermontia micrantha, Clermontia montis-loa, Clermontia multiflora, Clermontia oblongifolia, Clermontia pallida, Clermontia paradisia, Clermontia parviflora, Clermontia peleana, Clermontia persicifolia, Clermontia pyrularia, Clermontia samuelii, Clermontia tuberculata, Clermontia waimeae, Clermontia samuelii,
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-367694: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Rock (1884-1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rock' in the authors string.