Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
lemense
ID:
591674

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sanoja

Source:
cmp

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Venez. 27: 85 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000591006

Common Names

  • Catostemma lemense
  • Lemense Catostemma
  • Lemense Catostemma Plant

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Description

Catostemma lemense (also called Lemense Catostemma, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 60 cm tall. It has a woody base and is native to South America, where it is found in dry grasslands and scrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Catostemma lemense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Catostemma lemense is white with yellow anthers, and has a funnel-shaped corolla. The seed of this plant is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Catostemma lemense is a perennial herb native to South America. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring and the plants should be spaced at least 30 cm apart.

Where to Find Catostemma lemense

Catostemma lemense can be found in tropical and subtropical regions, in areas with hot, humid summers and mild, dry winters.

Catostemma lemense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Catostemma lemense?

Catostemma lemense

What is the common name of Catostemma lemense?

Lemense Catostemma

What type of plant is Catostemma lemense?

Herbaceous perennial

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2705836: Based on the initial data import
Elio Sanoja: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sanoja' in the authors string.