Streptocarpus longiflorus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longiflorus
ID:
497799
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hilliard & B.L.Burtt) T.J.Edwards
Source:
ksu
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Bothalia 22: 193 (1992)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000497131
Common Names
- Streptocarpus longiflorus
- Longiflorus Streptocarpus
- Longiflorus Cape Primrose
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Streptocarpus longiflorus (also called Long-flowered streptocarpus, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to South Africa and is found in tropical and subtropical climates. It is commonly found in moist and wet habitats such as riverbanks, marshes, and wet meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Streptocarpus longiflorus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and borders. It is also used as a ground cover in dry areas and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Streptocarpus longiflorus is a white, five-petalled bloom with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped and have a light green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Streptocarpus longiflorus is a terrestrial bromeliad native to South Africa. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-draining soil. Propagation is done by division of the offsets, which can be done in spring or summer. It can also be propagated from seed, but this is a slow process.
Where to Find Streptocarpus longiflorus
Streptocarpus longiflorus is native to tropical Africa.
Streptocarpus longiflorus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Streptocarpus longiflorus?
Streptocarpus longiflorus
What is the common name of Streptocarpus longiflorus?
Long-flowered streptocarpus
What is the natural habitat of Streptocarpus longiflorus?
Grassy mountain slopes
Species in the Streptocarpus genus
Streptocarpus breviflos, Streptocarpus bindseili, Streptocarpus burundianus, Streptocarpus fasciatus, Streptocarpus fenestra-dei, Streptocarpus floribundus, Streptocarpus grandis, Streptocarpus goetzei, Streptocarpus formosus, Streptocarpus huamboensis, Streptocarpus lanatus, Streptocarpus longiflorus, Streptocarpus katangensis, Streptocarpus sambiranensis, Streptocarpus zimmermannii, Streptocarpus montis-bingae, Streptocarpus muscicola, Streptocarpus nobilis, Streptocarpus occultus, Streptocarpus roseo-albus, Streptocarpus muscosa, Streptocarpus makabengensis, Streptocarpus mandrerensis, Streptocarpus monophyllus, Streptocarpus pallidiflora, Streptocarpus rhodesianus, Streptocarpus parviflorus, Streptocarpus phaeotrichus, Streptocarpus actinoflorus, Streptocarpus aylae, Streptocarpus shumensis, Streptocarpus cordifolius, Streptocarpus semijunctus, Streptocarpus mangindranensis, Streptocarpus hildebrandtii, Streptocarpus brevistamineus, Streptocarpus tsimihetorum, Streptocarpus leandrii, Streptocarpus capuronii, Streptocarpus velutinus, Streptocarpus lokohensis, Streptocarpus suborbicularis, Streptocarpus stenosepalus, Streptocarpus itremensis, Streptocarpus perrieri, Streptocarpus boinensis, Streptocarpus polyphyllus, Streptocarpus variabilis, Streptocarpus ibityensis, Streptocarpus revivescens,
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
Olive Mary Hilliard (b.1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hilliard' in the authors string.
B. L. Burtt (1913-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Burtt' in the authors string.
Trevor J. Edwards (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.J.Edwards' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:969563-1: Based on the initial data import