Loxostigma griffithii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
griffithii
ID:
1229538
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Wight) C.B.Clarke
Source:
tro
Year:
1883
Citation Micro:
Monogr. Phan. 5: 60 (1883)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001228876
Common Names
- Griffith's Loxostigma
- Griffith's Loxostigma
- Griffith's Loxostigma
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Loxostigma griffithii (also called Chinese Bellflower, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to China and Vietnam. It has ovate-lanceolate leaves and white or pink bell-shaped flowers. It grows in moist meadows, grasslands and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Loxostigma griffithii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Loxostigma griffithii has white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. Its seedlings have small, ovate leaves with a toothed margin.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Loxostigma griffithii can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light, sandy soil mix in a cold frame in the spring. Divisions should be taken in the spring or fall and planted in a light, sandy soil mix. The plants should be grown in a sheltered, partially shaded location in moist, acidic soil.
Where to Find Loxostigma griffithii
Loxostigma griffithii is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.
Loxostigma griffithii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Loxostigma griffithii?
Loxostigma griffithii
What is the common name of Loxostigma griffithii?
Griffith's Loxostigma
Where is Loxostigma griffithii native to?
Northeast India
Species in the Loxostigma genus
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 tro-50058180: Based on the initial data import
Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.
Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.