Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
mazumbaiensis
ID:
1326103

Status:
valid

Authors:
I.Darbysh.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 71: 4 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338557



Common Names

  • Streptocarpus mazumbaiensis
  • Mazumbaiensis Streptocarpus
  • Streptocarpus's Mazumbaiensis


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Description

Streptocarpus mazumbaiensis (also called 'Mazumbai Cape Primrose', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It grows in moist, shady habitats and is characterized by its large, ovate leaves and solitary, bell-shaped flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Streptocarpus mazumbaiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to attract beneficial insects and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Streptocarpus mazumbaiensis has small, yellow flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Streptocarpus mazumbaiensis is an epiphytic orchid native to Tanzania. It prefers to grow in bright, indirect light and in well-draining soil. Propagation is best done through division of the rhizomes or by seed. The seeds should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs.

Where to Find Streptocarpus mazumbaiensis

Streptocarpus mazumbaiensis is endemic to Tanzania and can be found in the tropical rainforest.

Streptocarpus mazumbaiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Streptocarpus mazumbaiensis?

Streptocarpus mazumbaiensis

What is the common name of Streptocarpus mazumbaiensis?

Mazumbai Streptocarpus

Where is Streptocarpus mazumbaiensis native to?

Tanzania

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

Iain Darbyshire: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.Darbysh.' in the authors string.