Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
tortuosus
ID:
819711

Status:
valid

Authors:
Zahlbr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 37: 459 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000819045



Common Names

  • Tortuosus Siphocampylus
  • Tortuosus Coneflower Bush
  • Tortuosus Coneflower


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Description

Siphocampylus tortuosus (also called Pizote, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Campanulaceae. It is a perennial herb with an ovate leaf shape and a white flower color. It is native to Colombia and Venezuela, and is found in wet montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Siphocampylus tortuosus is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Siphocampylus tortuosus is white and has five petals. The seed is small and brown. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Siphocampylus tortuosus is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, bright location.

Where to Find Siphocampylus tortuosus

Siphocampylus tortuosus is native to Mexico and can be found in the tropical rainforests of the country.

Siphocampylus tortuosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Siphocampylus tortuosus?

Siphocampylus tortuosus

What is the common name of Siphocampylus tortuosus?

Tortuous Campanula

What is the natural habitat of Siphocampylus tortuosus?

Tropical rainforests of South America

Species in the Siphocampylus genus

Siphocampylus yumuriensis, Siphocampylus platysiphon, Siphocampylus asplundii, Siphocampylus splendens, Siphocampylus oscitans, Siphocampylus yerbalensis, Siphocampylus scandens, Siphocampylus longior, Siphocampylus plegmatocaulis, Siphocampylus praevaricator, Siphocampylus adhaerens, Siphocampylus ambivalens, Siphocampylus ayersiae, Siphocampylus sanchezii, Siphocampylus fallax, Siphocampylus rictus, Siphocampylus smilax, Siphocampylus angustiflorus, Siphocampylus amoenus, Siphocampylus amalfiensis, Siphocampylus albus, Siphocampylus apricus, Siphocampylus arachnes, Siphocampylus funiculosus, Siphocampylus furax, Siphocampylus giganteus, Siphocampylus glaber, Siphocampylus glareosus, Siphocampylus albiguttur, Siphocampylus bogotensis, Siphocampylus williamsii, Siphocampylus biserratus, Siphocampylus bilabiatus, Siphocampylus bichromatus, Siphocampylus betulifolius, Siphocampylus antioquianus, Siphocampylus benthamianus, Siphocampylus baracoensis, Siphocampylus avicularis, Siphocampylus aurocinctus, Siphocampylus aureus, Siphocampylus attenuatus, Siphocampylus argutus, Siphocampylus argentinus, Siphocampylus isochilus, Siphocampylus jelskii, Siphocampylus keissleri, Siphocampylus krauseanus, Siphocampylus affinis, Siphocampylus goebelii,

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,

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