Gasteranthus dressleri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dressleri
ID:
695506
Status:
valid
Authors:
Wiehler
Source:
cmp
Year:
1977
Citation Micro:
Selbyana 2: 127 (1977)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000694839
Common Names
- Gasteranthus Dressleri
- Gasteranthus Dressleri
- Gasteranthus Dressleri
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gasteranthus dressleri (also called Dressler's Gasteranthus, 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 wet montane forests. The plant has a shrub-like habit and produces white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Gasteranthus dressleri has a variety of non-medical uses, including as a source of timber, firewood, and fuel. It is also used in traditional medicine and as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Gasteranthus dressleri is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, heart-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gasteranthus dressleri is a bulbous perennial that grows up to 8 inches tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or by seed. When propagating by division, carefully dig up the bulbs and separate them into smaller clumps. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained potting mix and keep them in a warm, sunny area.
Where to Find Gasteranthus dressleri
Gasteranthus dressleri is native to Central America and northern South America. It is found in moist, shady forests and can be found in parts of Costa Rica, Ecuador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, and Panama.
Gasteranthus dressleri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gasteranthus dressleri?
Gasteranthus dressleri
What is the common name of Gasteranthus dressleri?
Dressler's Gasteranthus
Where is Gasteranthus dressleri found?
It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia.
Species in the Gasteranthus genus
Gasteranthus acropodus, Gasteranthus acuticarinatus, Gasteranthus adenocalyx, Gasteranthus anomalus, Gasteranthus atratus, Gasteranthus atrolimbus, Gasteranthus aurantiacus, Gasteranthus bilsaensis, Gasteranthus calcaratus, Gasteranthus carinatus, Gasteranthus colombianus, Gasteranthus corallinus, Gasteranthus crispus, Gasteranthus delphinioides, Gasteranthus dressleri, Gasteranthus epedunculatus, Gasteranthus extinctus, Gasteranthus glaber, Gasteranthus herbaceus, Gasteranthus imbaburensis, Gasteranthus imbricans, Gasteranthus lateralis, Gasteranthus leopardus, Gasteranthus macrocalyx, Gasteranthus mutabilis, Gasteranthus orientandinus, Gasteranthus osaensis, Gasteranthus otongensis, Gasteranthus pansamalanus, Gasteranthus perennis, Gasteranthus quitensis, Gasteranthus recurvatus, Gasteranthus tenellus, Gasteranthus ternatus, Gasteranthus timidus, Gasteranthus trifoliatus, Gasteranthus villosus, Gasteranthus wendlandianus, Gasteranthus diverticularis,
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-2817358: Based on the initial data import
Hans Wiehler (1930-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wiehler' in the authors string.