Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
montanus
ID:
1254402

Status:
valid

Authors:
Oliv.

Source:
tro

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London, Bot. 2: 344 (1887)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001253740



Common Names

  • Streptocarpus montanus
  • Montanus Streptocarpus
  • Mountain Streptocarpus


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Description

Streptocarpus montanus (also called mountain streptocarpus, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South Africa. It has a rounded crown and grows up to 4 meters tall. Its leaves are simple, ovate to oblong, and have a serrated margin. It is found in moist forests and thickets in its native regions.

Uses & Benefits

Streptocarpus montanus is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It is also known to have medicinal properties, such as being used to treat digestive problems and skin infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Streptocarpus montanus has white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Streptocarpus montanus is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a moist, well-drained medium. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a moist, well-drained medium.

Where to Find Streptocarpus montanus

Streptocarpus montanus can be found in the tropical forests of Africa.

Streptocarpus montanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Streptocarpus montanus?

Streptocarpus montanus

What type of plant is Streptocarpus montanus?

Streptocarpus montanus is a herb.

Where is Streptocarpus montanus found?

Streptocarpus montanus is found in 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