Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
longiflorus
ID:
502142

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rizzini

Source:
ksu

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Revista Brasil. Biol. 10: 403 (1950)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000501474



Common Names

  • Struthanthus Longiflorus
  • Long-Flowered Struthanthus
  • Long-Flowered Leaf


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Description

Struthanthus longiflorus (also called Long-flowered Struthanthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is an evergreen shrub with long, thin leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Central America and typically grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Struthanthus longiflorus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Struthanthus longiflorus has white to pinkish flowers with a yellow center. Seed: The seeds of Struthanthus longiflorus are small, black and round. Seedlings: Struthanthus longiflorus seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Struthanthus longiflorus is a tropical evergreen shrub or small tree, native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It is easy to propagate from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood growth and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. The plant prefers a warm, humid environment and should be protected from direct sunlight.

Where to Find Struthanthus longiflorus

Struthanthus longiflorus can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Struthanthus longiflorus FAQ

What are the light requirements for Struthanthus longiflorus?

Struthanthus longiflorus prefers bright, indirect light.

What type of soil should Struthanthus longiflorus be planted in?

Struthanthus longiflorus should be planted in a well-draining, acidic soil.

How often should Struthanthus longiflorus be watered?

Struthanthus longiflorus should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.

Species in the Struthanthus genus

Struthanthus dentatus, Struthanthus deppeanus, Struthanthus corymbifer, Struthanthus dorothyae, Struthanthus filipes, Struthanthus armandianus, Struthanthus alni, Struthanthus condensatus, Struthanthus calophyllus, Struthanthus burgeri, Struthanthus cassythoides, Struthanthus terniflorus, Struthanthus volubilis, Struthanthus microstylus, Struthanthus megalopodus, Struthanthus marginatus, Struthanthus melanopotamicus, Struthanthus palmeri, Struthanthus orbicularis, Struthanthus hartwegii, Struthanthus hamatilis, Struthanthus harlingianus, Struthanthus longiflorus, Struthanthus involucratus, Struthanthus interruptus, Struthanthus rufofurfuraceus, Struthanthus papillosus, Struthanthus savannae, Struthanthus radicans, Struthanthus gracilis, Struthanthus syringifolius, Struthanthus spathulatus, Struthanthus planaltinae, Struthanthus phillyreoides, Struthanthus pentamerus, Struthanthus pusillifolius, Struthanthus quercicola, Struthanthus porrectus, Struthanthus apiculatus, Struthanthus schultesii, Struthanthus cansjerifolius, Struthanthus truncatus, Struthanthus acuminatus, Struthanthus andrastylus, Struthanthus attenuatus, Struthanthus calobotrys, Struthanthus citricola, Struthanthus costaricensis, Struthanthus cuspidatus, Struthanthus elegans,

Species in the Loranthaceae family

Actinanthella menyharthii, Actinanthella wyliei, Aetanthus andreanus, Aetanthus colombianus, Aetanthus coriaceus, Aetanthus dichotomus, Aetanthus engelsii, Aetanthus macranthus, Aetanthus mutisii, Aetanthus nodosus, Aetanthus ornatus, Aetanthus ovalis, Aetanthus trifolius, Aetanthus prolongatus, Aetanthus sessilifolius, Aetanthus verticillatus, Aetanthus megaphyllus, Aetanthus pascoensis, Aetanthus tachirensis, Aetanthus validus, Agelanthus atrocoronatus, Agelanthus bipartitus, Agelanthus brunneus, Agelanthus combreticola, Agelanthus copaiferae, Agelanthus crassifolius, Agelanthus deltae, Agelanthus dichrous, Agelanthus discolor, Agelanthus djurensis, Agelanthus dodonaeifolius, Agelanthus elegantulus, Agelanthus entebbensis, Agelanthus falcifolius, Agelanthus flammeus, Agelanthus fuellebornii, Agelanthus gilgii, Agelanthus glaucoviridis, Agelanthus glomeratus, Agelanthus gracilis, Agelanthus guineensis, Agelanthus henriquesii, Agelanthus heteromorphus, Agelanthus igneus, Agelanthus irangensis, Agelanthus kayseri, Agelanthus keilii, Agelanthus krausei, Agelanthus kraussianus, Agelanthus lancifolius,