Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Species:
longipedicellata
ID:
749252

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cogn.) H.Schaef. & S.S.Renner

Source:
ksu

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Taxon 60: 133 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748585

Common Names

  • Apodanthera longipedicellata
  • Longipedicellata Apodanthera
  • Longipedicellata

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Description

Apodanthera longipedicellata (also called Long-Stalked Apodanthera, among many other common names) is a shrub native to western South America. It is found in montane forests, from Colombia to Peru.

Uses & Benefits

Apodanthera longipedicellata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Apodanthera longipedicellata has small, yellow flowers with four petals and six stamens. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon and a pair of opposite, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Apodanthera longipedicellata is a small, evergreen shrub native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It is an easy-to-grow plant that can be propagated from cuttings or by division. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in a well-draining, loose potting mix. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season. It can also be grown in a terrarium or greenhouse.

Where to Find Apodanthera longipedicellata

Apodanthera longipedicellata can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.

Apodanthera longipedicellata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Apodanthera longipedicellata?

Apodanthera longipedicellata

What is the common name of Apodanthera longipedicellata?

Longipedicellata Apodanthera

What is the natural habitat of Apodanthera longipedicellata?

Grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Cucurbitaceae family

Abobra tenuifolia, Acanthosicyos horridus, Actinostemma lobatum, Actinostemma parvifolium, Actinostemma tenerum, Alsomitra macrocarpa, Ampelosicyos humblotii, Ampelosicyos major, Ampelosicyos meridionalis, Ampelosicyos scandens, Ampelosicyos bosseri, Ampelosicyos leandrii, Ampelosycios meridionalis, Ampelosycios scandens, Apodanthera anatuyana, Apodanthera argentea, Apodanthera aspera, Apodanthera biflora, Apodanthera bradei, Apodanthera cinerea, Apodanthera eriocalyx, Apodanthera fasciculata, Apodanthera ferreyrana, Apodanthera glaziovii, Apodanthera hindii, Apodanthera hirtella, Apodanthera laciniosa, Apodanthera linearis, Apodanthera mandonii, Apodanthera mathewsii, Apodanthera palmeri, Apodanthera sagittifolia, Apodanthera smilacifolia, Apodanthera succulenta, Apodanthera tumbeziana, Apodanthera ulei, Apodanthera undulata, Apodanthera villosa, Apodanthera weberbaueri, Apodanthera longipedicellata, Austrobryonia argillicola, Austrobryonia centralis, Austrobryonia micrantha, Austrobryonia pilbarensis, Baijiania borneensis, Baijiania taiwaniana, Baijiania decipiens, Baijiania smitinandii, Bambekea racemosa, Bayabusua clarkei,

References

Susanne Renner (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.S.Renner' in the authors string.
Alfred Cogniaux (1841-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cogn.' in the authors string.
Hanno Schaefer (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Schaef.' in the authors string.