Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
disepalum
ID:
616652

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.W.Li ex T.N.Ho

Source:
cmp

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Acta Biol. Plateau Sin. 1: 37 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000615984



Common Names

  • Comastoma disepalum
  • Disepalum Comastoma
  • Disepalum-flowered Comastoma


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Description

Comastoma disepalum (also called Two-Sepaled Comastoma, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the western United States and Mexico. It grows up to 4 meters (13 feet) tall and has fragrant, waxy, dark green leaves. It is found in woodlands, chaparral, and coastal forests.

Uses & Benefits

Comastoma disepalum is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and containers. It has bright yellow flowers and is known for its fragrant aroma. It is also used in cooking and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Comastoma disepalum is yellow and tubular in shape. The seed is small and round with a black color. The seedlings are thin and have a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Comastoma disepalum is a small evergreen shrub native to Mexico. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sheltered location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Comastoma disepalum

Comastoma disepalum is native to California and can be found in chaparral and coastal sage scrub habitats.

Comastoma disepalum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Comastoma disepalum?

Comastoma disepalum

What type of plant is Comastoma disepalum?

Herbaceous perennial

Where does Comastoma disepalum grow?

Eastern Himalayas

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

References

Ting Nung Ho (1938-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.N.Ho' in the authors string.
Li Xi-wen (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.W.Li' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:973848-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.