Gasteranthus herbaceus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
herbaceus
ID:
695513
Status:
valid
Authors:
(C.V.Morton) Wiehler
Source:
cmp
Year:
1975
Citation Micro:
Selbyana 1: 155 (1975)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000694846
Common Names
- Gasteranthus Herbaceus
- Gasteranthus Herbaceus
- Gasteranthus Herbaceus
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- Besleria herbacea C.V.Morton [unknown]
Description
Gasteranthus herbaceus (also called ‘Herbaceous Gasteranthus’, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is a small herbaceous perennial with a woody base, and grows up to 20 cm tall. It is native to Colombia and Ecuador, and is found in wet montane forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Gasteranthus herbaceus 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 herbaceus 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 herbaceus is a perennial herb that can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a sandy soil mix. The plant can be propagated by division or layering.
Where to Find Gasteranthus herbaceus
Gasteranthus herbaceus 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 herbaceus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gasteranthus herbaceus?
Gasteranthus herbaceus
What is the family of Gasteranthus herbaceus?
Gesneriaceae
Where is Gasteranthus herbaceus native to?
Colombia
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-2817364: Based on the initial data import
Hans Wiehler (1930-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wiehler' in the authors string.
Conrad Vernon Morton (1905-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.V.Morton' in the authors string.