Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
vestitus
ID:
595

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) Christenh.

Source:
Catalogue of the Plants of Madagascar (Tropicos)

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 46: 8 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001315049



Common Names

  • Streptocarpus vestitus
  • Clothed Streptocarpus
  • Streptocarpus


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Synonyms

  • Didymocarpus vestitus Baker [unknown]
  • Hovanella vestita (Baker) A.Weber & B.L.Burtt [unknown]
  • Didymocarpus vestitus lanceolatus Humbert ex B.L.Burtt [unknown]

Description

Streptocarpus vestitus (also called Cape Primrose, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a rosette of leaves and produces white, pink, or purple flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Streptocarpus vestitus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Streptocarpus vestitus is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and delicate, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Streptocarpus vestitus is a tropical evergreen perennial that is native to Madagascar. It is a low-growing, spreading plant that can reach up to 12 inches in height. It has glossy, dark green leaves that are arranged in a single rosette. The plant produces small, white flowers in the summer. Cultivation and propagation of Streptocarpus vestitus is best done in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It prefers well-draining soil that is kept evenly moist. Propagation is done by division or stem cuttings.

Where to Find Streptocarpus vestitus

Streptocarpus vestitus is found in the tropical rainforests of Madagascar.

Streptocarpus vestitus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Streptocarpus vestitus?

Streptocarpus vestitus

What is the common name of Streptocarpus vestitus?

Vestitus Streptocarpus

What is the natural habitat of Streptocarpus vestitus?

Streptocarpus vestitus is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar.

What is the growth habit of Streptocarpus vestitus?

Streptocarpus vestitus is a perennial, evergreen, herbaceous plant.

What is the size of Streptocarpus vestitus?

Streptocarpus vestitus typically grows to a height of 1-2 feet.

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

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.