Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
gibbosa
ID:
509515

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rossini & Chautems

Source:
cmp

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Candollea 62: 216 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508847



Common Names

  • Codonanthe gibbosa
  • Gibbosa Codonanthe
  • Gibbosa


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Description

Codonanthe gibbosa (also called Gibbous Codonanthe, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen shrub in the family Gesneriaceae. It is native to South America and is found in forests, thickets, and along roadsides. It has ovate-lanceolate leaves with entire margins and a glossy upper surface.

Uses & Benefits

Codonanthe gibbosa is used in traditional medicine for treating digestive ailments, skin diseases, and fever. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Codonanthe gibbosa has small, white, star-shaped flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Codonanthe gibbosa is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation is done by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a moist medium such as sand or perlite. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Codonanthe gibbosa

Codonanthe gibbosa is native to Brazil.

Codonanthe gibbosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Codonanthe gibbosa?

Codonanthe gibbosa

What is the common name of Codonanthe gibbosa?

Gibbous Codonanthe

What is the natural habitat of Codonanthe gibbosa?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Gesneriaceae family

Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2606740: Based on the initial data import
Alain Chautems (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chautems' in the authors string.
Josiene Rossini (b.1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rossini' in the authors string.