Costus schlechteri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
H.J.P.Winkl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1908
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 41: 275 (1908)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000363576
Common Names
- Costus schlechteri
- Schlechter's Spiral Flag
- Schlechter's Costus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Costus schlechteri (also called Schlechter's Costus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Costaceae family. It is an evergreen perennial up to 2 m tall, with spirally arranged leaves up to 30 cm long. It is native to tropical regions of the Americas, and is found in moist open habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Costus schlechteri is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Costus schlechteri has yellow flowers that are funnel-shaped and have five petals. Seed: The seeds of Costus schlechteri are small, round and brown. Seedlings: The seedlings of Costus schlechteri are small and thin with two cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Costus schlechteri is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. It is best to water the plant deeply and then allow the soil to dry out before watering again. Fertilize the plant with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Costus schlechteri
Costus schlechteri can be found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.
Costus schlechteri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Costus schlechteri?
Costus schlechteri
What is the common name of Costus schlechteri?
Schlechter's Spiral Ginger
What is the natural habitat of Costus schlechteri?
Dry, sunny places
Species in the Costus genus
Costus acanthocephalus, Costus acreanus, Costus adolphi-friderici, Costus afer, Costus allenii, Costus amazonicus, Costus arabicus, Costus asplundii, Costus asteranthus, Costus barbatus, Costus beckii, Costus bicolor, Costus bracteatus, Costus chartaceus, Costus chrysocephalus, Costus claviger, Costus clemensae, Costus comosus, Costus cordatus, Costus cupreifolius, Costus curvibracteatus, Costus dendrophilus, Costus dinklagei, Costus dirzoi, Costus dubius, Costus erythrocoryne, Costus erythrophyllus, Costus erythrothyrsus, Costus fortalezae, Costus gabonensis, Costus geothyrsus, Costus giganteus, Costus glaucus, Costus guanaiensis, Costus juruanus, Costus laevis, Costus lasius, Costus lateriflorus, Costus ledermannii, Costus leucanthus, Costus ligularis, Costus lima, Costus longibracteolatus, Costus lucanusianus, Costus maboumiensis, Costus macranthus, Costus malortieanus, Costus microcephalus, Costus montanus, Costus mosaicus,
Species in the Costaceae family
Chamaecostus congestiflorus, Chamaecostus curcumoides, Chamaecostus cuspidatus, Chamaecostus fragilis, Chamaecostus fusiformis, Chamaecostus lanceolatus, Chamaecostus subsessilis, Chamaecostus acaulis, Costus acanthocephalus, Costus acreanus, Costus adolphi-friderici, Costus afer, Costus allenii, Costus amazonicus, Costus arabicus, Costus asplundii, Costus asteranthus, Costus barbatus, Costus beckii, Costus bicolor, Costus bracteatus, Costus chartaceus, Costus chrysocephalus, Costus claviger, Costus clemensae, Costus comosus, Costus cordatus, Costus cupreifolius, Costus curvibracteatus, Costus dendrophilus, Costus dinklagei, Costus dirzoi, Costus dubius, Costus erythrocoryne, Costus erythrophyllus, Costus erythrothyrsus, Costus fortalezae, Costus gabonensis, Costus geothyrsus, Costus giganteus, Costus glaucus, Costus guanaiensis, Costus juruanus, Costus laevis, Costus lasius, Costus lateriflorus, Costus ledermannii, Costus leucanthus, Costus ligularis, Costus lima,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-234763: Based on the initial data import
Hubert J. P. Winkler (1875-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.J.P.Winkl.' in the authors string.