Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
coronocrypta
ID:
616162

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Amaya, L.E.Skog & L.P.Kvist

Source:
cmp

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 60: 415 (2003 publ. 2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000615494



Common Names

  • Columnea Coronocrypta
  • Crowned-Hidden Columnea
  • Coronocrypta Columnea


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Description

Columnea coronocrypta (also called 'Crowned Crypt Columnea', among many other common names) is an epiphytic shrub native to Central and South America. It has long, thin stems with oval, leathery leaves and small, yellow flowers. It typically grows in moist, shady forests and on the trunks of trees.

Uses & Benefits

Columnea coronocrypta is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Columnea coronocrypta has bright yellow, tubular flowers with five petals. The flowers are borne in clusters at the end of the stems. The seeds are small, round, and black in color. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Columnea coronocrypta is a tropical plant native to South America and the Caribbean. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It prefers warm temperatures and partial shade. Propagation is by cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, humid environment. Keep the soil moist but not wet.

Where to Find Columnea coronocrypta

Columnea coronocrypta can be found in Colombia.

Columnea coronocrypta FAQ

What is the common name of Columnea coronocrypta?

Crowned Crypt Columnea

What is the optimal temperature for Columnea coronocrypta?

The optimal temperature for Columnea coronocrypta is between 65-75°F (18-24°C)

What is the optimal humidity for Columnea coronocrypta?

The optimal humidity for Columnea coronocrypta is between 40-60%

Species in the Columnea genus

Columnea albiflora, Columnea aliena, Columnea allenii, Columnea ambigua, Columnea ampliata, Columnea angustata, Columnea anisophylla, Columnea antiocana, Columnea argentea, Columnea arguta, Columnea asteroloma, Columnea atahualpae, Columnea aurantia, Columnea aurea, Columnea bilabiata, Columnea billbergiana, Columnea brenneri, Columnea brevipila, Columnea byrsina, Columnea calotricha, Columnea canarina, Columnea capillosa, Columnea cerropirrana, Columnea chiricana, Columnea chrysotricha, Columnea ciliata, Columnea citriflora, Columnea cobana, Columnea colombiana, Columnea consanguinea, Columnea coronata, Columnea coronocrypta, Columnea crassa, Columnea crassicaulis, Columnea crassifolia, Columnea cruenta, Columnea cuspidata, Columnea dictyophylla, Columnea dimidiata, Columnea dissimilis, Columnea domingensis, Columnea dressleri, Columnea eburnea, Columnea elongatifolia, Columnea ericae, Columnea erythrophaea, Columnea erythrophylla, Columnea eubracteata, Columnea fawcettii, Columnea fernandezii,

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-2731730: Based on the initial data import
Lars Peter Kvist (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.P.Kvist' in the authors string.
Laurence Skog (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.E.Skog' in the authors string.
Marisol Amaya: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Amaya' in the authors string.