Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
fruticulosa
ID:
422960

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Glaz. ex Hoehne) Chautems

Source:
cmp

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Candollea 45(1): 388 (1990):.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000422292



Common Names

  • Shrubby vanhouttea
  • Bushy vanhouttea
  • Branching vanhouttea


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Synonyms

  • Rechsteineria fruticulosa Glaz. ex Hoehne [unknown]
  • Gesnera fruticulosa Glaz. [unknown]

Description

Vanhouttea fruticulosa (also called Fruticulosa, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 3 meters tall. It is native to the Caribbean and Central America, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Vanhouttea fruticulosa is used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and as an antiseptic. It is also used as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Vanhouttea fruticulosa are small and white, with 3 petals and 3 sepals. The seeds are small, black, and contained in a capsule. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vanhouttea fruticulosa is a small, perennial herb that is native to Australia. It is easy to propagate from seed or by division of the clumps. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Vanhouttea fruticulosa

Vanhouttea fruticulosa can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece.

Vanhouttea fruticulosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vanhouttea fruticulosa?

Vanhouttea fruticulosa

What type of plant is Vanhouttea fruticulosa?

Herb

Where is Vanhouttea fruticulosa native to?

Australia

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2457759: Based on the initial data import
Auguste François Marie Glaziou (1828-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Glaz.' in the authors string.
Frederico Carlos Hoehne (1882-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hoehne' in the authors string.
Alain Chautems (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chautems' in the authors string.