Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
stellariifolium
ID:
616672

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Franch.) Holub

Source:
cmp

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Folia Geobot. Phytotax. 3: 218 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000616004



Common Names

  • Comastoma stellariifolium
  • Stellariifolium Comastoma
  • Stellariifolium-flowered Comastoma


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Description

Comastoma stellariifolium (also called 'Star-Leaf Comastoma', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is a perennial herbaceous climber with opposite, ovate to lanceolate leaves. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Comastoma stellariifolium has been used in traditional medicine for treating respiratory problems, such as asthma, bronchitis, and coughs. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Comastoma stellariifolium is white 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 stellariifolium is a small, tufted perennial herb with a woody base and a creeping rhizome. It grows in moist, shady places in mountain forests, and prefers a cool, moist, and well-drained soil. Propagation is by division of the rhizome in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Comastoma stellariifolium

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

Comastoma stellariifolium FAQ

What are the common names of Comastoma stellariifolium?

Common names of Comastoma stellariifolium include Marsh Clubmoss, Stag's-horn Clubmoss, and Star-leaf Clubmoss.

What type of environment does Comastoma stellariifolium prefer?

Comastoma stellariifolium prefers wet, marshy environments.

What is the range of Comastoma stellariifolium?

Comastoma stellariifolium is found in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia.

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

Josef Holub (1930-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holub' in the authors string.
Adrien René Franchet (1834-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Franch.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:367015-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.