Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
lepidocaula
ID:
616286

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hanst.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 34: 411 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000615618



Common Names

  • Lepidocaul Columnea
  • Lepidocaul Goldfish Plant
  • Lepidocaul Wax Plant


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Description

Columnea lepidocaula (also called 'Scaly-stemmed 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. Its stems are covered in small, scaly hairs. It typically grows in moist, shady forests and on the trunks of trees.

Uses & Benefits

Columnea lepidocaula is an ornamental plant that is often used in hanging baskets or as a ground cover in gardens. It has bright green foliage and produces small, yellow flowers. It is also used in terrariums and as an indoor houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Columnea lepidocaula is a bright yellow-orange with a red center. The seed is small and round with a light brown color. The seedlings are small and delicate with bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Columnea lepidocaula can be propagated by stem cuttings or by division of the rootstock. It prefers a warm, humid environment with plenty of light and regular watering. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Columnea lepidocaula

Columnea lepidocaula is native to Colombia.

Columnea lepidocaula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Columnea lepidocaula?

Columnea lepidocaula

What is the common name of Columnea lepidocaula?

Scaly-stemmed Gloxinia

What is the natural habitat of Columnea lepidocaula?

Tropical forests

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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