Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
hirtiflorus
ID:
1273596

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sprague

Source:
tro

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1912: 89 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001272934



Common Names

  • Nautilocalyx hirtiflorus
  • Hairy-flowered Nautilocalyx
  • Hairy Nautilocalyx


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Description

Nautilocalyx hirtiflorus (also called Hirtiflorus Nautilocalyx, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is native to Brazil, where it grows in rocky habitats. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a flowering stem that can reach up to 30 cm in height. The leaves are ovate to lanceolate, and the flowers are white to pale pink.

Uses & Benefits

Nautilocalyx hirtiflorus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat respiratory problems, fever, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nautilocalyx hirtiflorus has white, bell-shaped flowers with a yellow throat. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nautilocalyx hirtiflorus is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial shrub with a spreading habit. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Nautilocalyx hirtiflorus

Nautilocalyx hirtiflorus can be found in the mountains of India.

Nautilocalyx hirtiflorus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nautilocalyx hirtiflorus?

Nautilocalyx hirtiflorus

What is the common name of Nautilocalyx hirtiflorus?

Hairy-flowered Nautilocalyx

Where is Nautilocalyx hirtiflorus native to?

Brazil

Species in the Nautilocalyx genus

Nautilocalyx porphyrotrichus, Nautilocalyx lehmannii, Nautilocalyx fasciculatus, Nautilocalyx pemphidius, Nautilocalyx leticianus, Nautilocalyx mimuloides, Nautilocalyx membranaceus, Nautilocalyx maguirei, Nautilocalyx pallidus, Nautilocalyx cataractarum, Nautilocalyx antioquensis, Nautilocalyx arenarius, Nautilocalyx punctatus, Nautilocalyx sastrei, Nautilocalyx resioides, Nautilocalyx colombianus, Nautilocalyx speciosus, Nautilocalyx peruvianus, Nautilocalyx bullatus, Nautilocalyx ecuadoranus, Nautilocalyx forgetii, Nautilocalyx hirsutus, Nautilocalyx lynchii, Nautilocalyx picturatus, Nautilocalyx whitei, Nautilocalyx mulfordii, Nautilocalyx glandulifer, Nautilocalyx vinosus, Nautilocalyx pictus, Nautilocalyx melittifolius, Nautilocalyx lucianii, Nautilocalyx aeneus, Nautilocalyx bracteatus, Nautilocalyx purpurascens, Nautilocalyx biserrulatus, Nautilocalyx bicolor, Nautilocalyx decumbens, Nautilocalyx hirtiflorus, Nautilocalyx kohlerioides, Nautilocalyx silvaticus, Nautilocalyx urticifolius, Nautilocalyx erytranthus, Nautilocalyx rugosus,

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,

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