Status:
valid
Authors:
Wiehler
Source:
tro
Year:
1978
Citation Micro:
Selbyana 5: 37 (1978)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001064925
Common Names
- Nautilocalyx mulfordii
- Mulford's Nautilocalyx
- Mulford's Bellflower
Description
Nautilocalyx mulfordii (also called 'Mulford's Nautilocalyx', among many other common names) is a shrub native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It has large, ovate leaves and clusters of small, yellow flowers. It is typically found growing in moist, shady areas such as rainforests and cloud forests.
Uses & Benefits
Nautilocalyx mulfordii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its flowers are used in floral arrangements. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomach pain.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Nautilocalyx mulfordii is a white or pink star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped leaves with a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Nautilocalyx mulfordii is a perennial evergreen shrub native to South America. 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 from healthy plants and placed in a rooting hormone before being placed in a well-draining soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment and watered regularly.
Where to Find Nautilocalyx mulfordii
Nautilocalyx mulfordii can be found in the wild in Colombia.
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,