Status:
valid
Authors:
Wall. ex C.B.Clarke
Source:
tro
Year:
1874
Citation Micro:
Commelyn. Cyrtandr. Bengal. : 132 (1874)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001065109
Common Names
- Rhynchotechum vestitum
- Vestitum Rhynchotechum
- Clothed Rhynchotechum
Description
Rhynchotechum vestitum (also called Vestite Rhynchotechum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to China, Vietnam, and Laos. It has a creeping habit with small, ovate leaves and white flowers. It is usually found in shady, moist areas such as forests and thickets.
Uses & Benefits
Rhynchotechum vestitum is an evergreen shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It produces small, white flowers and has attractive, glossy foliage.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rhynchotechum vestitum has white flowers with yellow centers and red stamens. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rhynchotechum vestitum is a perennial plant that is native to India. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept moist but not soggy. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by stem cuttings.
Where to Find Rhynchotechum vestitum
Rhynchotechum vestitum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Species in the Rhynchotechum genus
Rhynchotechum calycinum,
Rhynchotechum alternifolium,
Rhynchotechum angustifolium,
Rhynchotechum brandisii,
Rhynchotechum polycarpum,
Rhynchotechum hispidum,
Rhynchotechum parviflorum,
Rhynchotechum eximium,
Rhynchotechum permolle,
Rhynchotechum discolor,
Rhynchotechum formosanum,
Rhynchotechum obovatum,
Rhynchotechum vestitum,
Rhynchotechum ellipticum,
Rhynchotechum longipes,
Rhynchotechum brevipedunculatum,
Rhynchotechum burmanicum,
Rhynchotechum gracile,
Rhynchotechum hookeri,
Rhynchotechum vietnamense,
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,