Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
formosa
ID:
616218

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.V.Morton) C.V.Morton

Source:
cmp

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 22: 224 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000615550



Common Names

  • Formosa Columnea
  • Formosa-Leaf Columnea
  • Formosa-Leaved Columnea


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Synonyms

  • Trichantha formosa C.V.Morton [unknown]
  • Ortholoma formosa (C.V.Morton) Wiehler [unknown]

Description

Columnea formosa (also called 'Beautiful 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 formosa is a popular houseplant, often grown for its attractive foliage and colorful flowers. It can be used to add color and texture to a home or office space. It is also a great choice for hanging baskets, as it is a trailing plant that can cascade down from a pot or basket. It is easy to care for and requires minimal maintenance.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Columnea formosa has small, yellow flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Columnea formosa can be propagated from seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Both methods should be kept in bright, indirect light and watered regularly.

Where to Find Columnea formosa

Columnea formosa is native to the Caribbean and Central America.

Columnea formosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Columnea formosa?

Columnea formosa

What type of plant is Columnea formosa?

A flowering plant

What is the natural habitat of Columnea formosa?

Tropical rainforest

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,

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