Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
crenulatum
ID:
405768

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 7: 524 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000405100



Common Names

  • Rhytidophyllum crenulatum
  • Crenulate Wrinkleleaf
  • Wrinkleleaf


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Synonyms

  • Gesneria crenulata A.DC. [unknown]
  • Gesneria tomentosa Jacq. [unknown]

Description

Rhytidophyllum crenulatum (also called 'Crenulate Leatherleaf', among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial shrub native to the Caribbean and Central America. It has leathery, oval-shaped leaves with a wavy margin and small white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates in moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Rhytidophyllum crenulatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for treating digestive disorders, fever, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Rhytidophyllum crenulatum is small, white, and fragrant. The seed is a small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhytidophyllum crenulatum is a perennial, grass-like plant that is native to Central America. It is often found in moist, shady areas, and can be propagated from seed or division. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate some drought, but will not tolerate standing water. It can be propagated by division in spring or fall, or by seed in spring. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Rhytidophyllum crenulatum

Rhytidophyllum crenulatum is found in the tropical forests of India, Myanmar, and Thailand.

Rhytidophyllum crenulatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhytidophyllum crenulatum?

Rhytidophyllum crenulatum

What is the common name of Rhytidophyllum crenulatum?

Crenulate Leatherleaf

What type of plant is Rhytidophyllum crenulatum?

Evergreen shrub

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,