Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
crenata
ID:
1416681

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) A.Weber

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 70: 389 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001429146



Common Names

  • Codonoboea crenata
  • Crenate Codonoboea
  • Crenate False Foxglove


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Description

Codonoboea crenata (also called the Crenate Codonoboea, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Africa. It grows up to 6 feet tall and has narrow leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is found in dry, sandy soils and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Codonoboea crenata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Codonoboea crenata is a small, white, unisexual flower. The seed is a small, brown, ovoid nut. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Codonoboea crenata is an orchid native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by division of the rhizome or by seed. For cultivation, it should be grown in a well-draining soil mix in a partially shaded area. It should be kept moist but not wet, and fertilized regularly. It is also important to provide adequate air circulation to prevent fungal diseases.

Where to Find Codonoboea crenata

Codonoboea crenata is native to China and can be found in moist forests, thickets, and along streams.

Codonoboea crenata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Codonoboea crenata?

Codonoboea crenata

What is the common name of Codonoboea crenata?

Crenate codonoboea

What is the natural habitat of Codonoboea crenata?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Codonoboea genus

Codonoboea caelestis, Codonoboea ericiflora, Codonoboea leucocodon, Codonoboea lilacina, Codonoboea nivea, Codonoboea rubiginosa, Codonoboea robinsonii, Codonoboea ridleyana, Codonoboea reptans, Codonoboea rugosa, Codonoboea stolonifera, Codonoboea yongii, Codonoboea viscida, Codonoboea venusta, Codonoboea tiumanica, Codonoboea soldanella, Codonoboea serratifolia, Codonoboea salicinoides, Codonoboea salicina, Codonoboea ramosa, Codonoboea urticoides, Codonoboea holttumii, Codonoboea malayana, Codonoboea longipes, Codonoboea leucantha, Codonoboea leiophylla, Codonoboea lancifolia, Codonoboea johorica, Codonoboea inaequalis, Codonoboea miniata, Codonoboea hispida, Codonoboea hirta, Codonoboea hirsuta, Codonoboea heterophylla, Codonoboea kelantanensis, Codonoboea platypus, Codonoboea quinquevulnera, Codonoboea pyroliflora, Codonoboea puncticulata, Codonoboea pumila, Codonoboea pulchella, Codonoboea primulina, Codonoboea marginata, Codonoboea pectinata, Codonoboea pauziana, Codonoboea parviflora, Codonoboea nitida, Codonoboea polyanthoides, Codonoboea elata, Codonoboea glabrata,

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

IPNI record: 77133262-1: Originally associated with wfo-0001429323
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Anton Weber (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Weber' in the authors string.