Status:
valid
Authors:
Wurdack
Source:
tro
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Fl. Guianas, ser. A, Phanerogams fasc. 13: 85. 1993
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001277915
Common Names
- Comolia smithii
- Comolia
- Smithii
Description
Comolia smithii (also called Smith's Comolia, among many other common names) is an herbaceous plant that is native to the Caribbean and Central and South America. It has a single stem with lanceolate leaves and white flowers. It is found in open areas, especially in disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Comolia smithii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for birds and other animals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Comolia smithii is a small, white, fluffy flower. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Comolia smithii is a small shrub that can reach up to 2 m (6.5 ft) in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist medium.
Where to Find Comolia smithii
Comolia smithii is native to Venezuela and can be found in tropical forests.
Comolia smithii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Comolia smithii?
Comolia smithii
What is the common name of Comolia smithii?
Comolia
What is the family of Comolia smithii?
Asteraceae
Species in the Comolia genus
Comolia berberifolia,
Comolia bracteosa,
Comolia leptophylla,
Comolia microphylla,
Comolia nummularioides,
Comolia ovalifolia,
Comolia vernicosa,
Comolia villosa,
Comolia latifolia,
Comolia prostrata,
Comolia serpyllacea,
Comolia smithii,
Comolia anomala,
Comolia amazonica,
Species in the Melastomataceae family
Acanthella sprucei,
Acanthella pulchra,
Acanthella conferta,
Aciotis polystachya,
Aciotis purpurascens,
Aciotis acuminifolia,
Aciotis annua,
Aciotis rubricaulis,
Aciotis cordata,
Aciotis indecora,
Aciotis paludosa,
Aciotis circaeoides,
Aciotis ornata,
Aciotis circaeifolia,
Aciotis wurdackiana,
Aciotis olivieriana,
Aciotis ferreirana,
Aciotis viscida,
Aciotis pendulifolia,
Aciotis brachybotria,
Acisanthera pulchella,
Acisanthera quadrata,
Acisanthera boliviensis,
Acisanthera variabilis,
Acisanthera uniflora,
Acisanthera alsinaefolia,
Acisanthera paraguayensis,
Acisanthera alata,
Acisanthera hedyotoidea,
Acisanthera glazioviana,
Acisanthera quadrata,
Acisanthera ayangannae,
Acisanthera divaricata,
Adelobotrys ciliatus,
Adelobotrys atlanticus,
Adelobotrys adscendens,
Adelobotrys barbatus,
Adelobotrys ciliata,
Adelobotrys macrophylla,
Adelobotrys praetexta,
Adelobotrys tessmannii,
Adelobotrys boissieriana,
Adelobotrys fuscescens,
Adelobotrys macrantha,
Adelobotrys rotundifolius,
Adelobotrys subsessilis,
Adelobotrys jefensis,
Adelobotrys linearifolia,
Adelobotrys ayangannensis,
Adelobotrys scandens,