Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
squamosa
ID:
1333432

Status:
valid

Authors:
Clavijo & J.L.Clark

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Caldasia 37: 272 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345886



Common Names

  • Drymonia squamosa
  • Squamosa Drymonia
  • Scaly Drymonia


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Description

Drymonia squamosa (also called Drymonia squamosa, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in open woodlands and grasslands. This species grows to a height of 1-2 m, and has yellowish-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Drymonia squamosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Drymonia squamosa has small, white flowers with yellowish-green lips. The seed capsules are small and contain small, black seeds. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Drymonia squamosa is a shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is best propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of branches and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet and place in a bright, indirect light. The cuttings should root in 4-6 weeks.

Where to Find Drymonia squamosa

Drymonia squamosa is native to the Caribbean region, including Cuba, Jamaica, and the Dominican Republic.

Drymonia squamosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Drymonia squamosa?

Drymonia squamosa

What is the natural habitat of Drymonia squamosa?

It is native to Central and South America.

What are the common names of Drymonia squamosa?

It is commonly known as Scaly Drymonia.

Species in the Drymonia genus

Drymonia tomentulifera, Drymonia aciculata, Drymonia affinis, Drymonia alloplectoides, Drymonia ambonensis, Drymonia anisophylla, Drymonia antherocycla, Drymonia brochidodroma, Drymonia candida, Drymonia chiribogana, Drymonia coccinea, Drymonia conchocalyx, Drymonia coriacea, Drymonia crassa, Drymonia crenatiloba, Drymonia dodsonii, Drymonia doratostyla, Drymonia dressleri, Drymonia ecuadorensis, Drymonia erythroloma, Drymonia fimbriata, Drymonia flavida, Drymonia foliacea, Drymonia folsomii, Drymonia glandulosa, Drymonia guatemalensis, Drymonia hansteiniana, Drymonia hoppii, Drymonia killipii, Drymonia laciniosa, Drymonia lanceolata, Drymonia macrantha, Drymonia macrophylla, Drymonia microcalyx, Drymonia microphylla, Drymonia mortoniana, Drymonia multiflora, Drymonia oinochrophylla, Drymonia oxysepala, Drymonia parviflora, Drymonia peltata, Drymonia pendula, Drymonia pilifera, Drymonia psila, Drymonia psilocalyx, Drymonia pudica, Drymonia pulchra, Drymonia punctulata, Drymonia rhodoloma, Drymonia rubra,

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

John Littner Clark (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.L.Clark' in the authors string.
Laura Clavijo: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Clavijo' in the authors string.