Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
congestus
ID:
624181

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Linden ex Hanst.) Wiehler

Source:
cmp

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 27: 313 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000623513



Common Names

  • Corytoplectus Congestus
  • Congestus Cactus
  • Congestus's Cactus


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Synonyms

  • Alloplectus congestus Linden ex Hanst. [unknown]
  • Columnea congesta Kuntze [unknown]
  • Crantzia congesta Fritsch [unknown]
  • Alloplectus congestus Decne. ex Linden [unknown]

Description

Corytoplectus congestus (also called Congested Corytoplectus, among many other common names) is a small, succulent shrub with a height of up to 1 m. It is native to Mexico and is found in desert scrub and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Corytoplectus congestus is an attractive ornamental plant with bright pink flowers. It is used in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also attractive to bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Corytoplectus congestus has yellow flowers with a diameter of 2.5 cm. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Corytoplectus congestus is a slow-growing, clumping cactus with small, globular stems. It is best grown in full sun and in well-drained, sandy soil. Propagation is by seed or offsets.

Where to Find Corytoplectus congestus

Corytoplectus congestus is native to Central and South America, from Mexico to Argentina.

Corytoplectus congestus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Corytoplectus congestus?

Corytoplectus congestus

What is the common name of Corytoplectus congestus?

Congested Corytoplectus

What type of plant is Corytoplectus congestus?

It is a type of shrub

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-2739880: Based on the initial data import
Johannes von Hanstein (1822-1880): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hanst.' in the authors string.
Hans Wiehler (1930-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wiehler' in the authors string.
Jean Jules Linden (1817-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Linden' in the authors string.