Status:
valid
Authors:
Chautems
Source:
cmp
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Candollea 52(1): 162 (1997).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000614042
Common Names
- Venosa Plant
- Codonanthe Plant
- Venosa Vine
Description
Codonanthe venosa (also called Veined Codonanthe, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Brazil. It has long, thin stems and small, white flowers with distinctive veining. It is found in tropical and subtropical climates and prefers moist, well-drained soils.
Uses & Benefits
Codonanthe venosa has non-medical uses such as being used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for some species of birds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Codonanthe venosa is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Codonanthe venosa is a tropical plant that can be grown in a variety of conditions. It prefers a warm, humid climate and can be propagated from stem cuttings. It should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept in bright, indirect light. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.
Where to Find Codonanthe venosa
Codonanthe venosa is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including South America, Africa, and Asia.
Codonanthe venosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Codonanthe venosa?
Codonanthe venosa
What are the common names of Codonanthe venosa?
Veined Codonanthe
What is the natural habitat of Codonanthe venosa?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
Species in the Codonanthe genus
Codonanthe gibbosa,
Codonanthe carnosa,
Codonanthe cordifolia,
Codonanthe crassifolia,
Codonanthe devosiana,
Codonanthe formicarum,
Codonanthe gracilis,
Codonanthe mattos-silvae,
Codonanthe serrulata,
Codonanthe uleana,
Codonanthe venosa,
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,