Status:
valid
                
                
                    
Authors:
Summerh.
                
                
                    
Source:
wcs
                
                
                    
Year:
1956
                
                
                    
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 11: 221 (1956)
                
                
                    
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000825712
                
             
            
            
                
                
                
            
            
            
                                    
                        Common Names
                        
                        - Centrostigma Clavatum
 - Clavatum Centrostigma
 - Clavatum Begonia
                         
                     
                                
                
                    
                    
                    
                
                
                
                
                                                    
                        Description
                        
                            Centrostigma clavatum (also called 'Clavate Centrostigma', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Begoniaceae. It is a shrub with large, glossy, ovate leaves that are dark green in color. It is native to South America, and is found in tropical forests and woodlands.                         
                     
                                
                                    
                        Uses & Benefits
                        
                            Centrostigma clavatum is a popular ornamental plant, and is often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as an ornamental plant in hanging baskets and window boxes. The plant is known for its attractive foliage and flowers, and is often used to add color to a garden.                        
                     
                                
                                                    
                        Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
                        
                            Centrostigma clavatum has white flowers with yellow centers and dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small, with round leaves and a single stem.                         
                     
                                
                
                
                                    
                        Cultivation and Propagation
                        
                            Centrostigma clavatum can be propagated from stem cuttings or seed. It prefers a moist, well-draining soil and partial shade. It should be watered regularly, but not allowed to sit in water. Fertilize monthly with a balanced fertilizer.                        
                     
                                                    
                        Where to Find Centrostigma clavatum
                        
                            Centrostigma clavatum is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.                        
                     
                
                                    
                        Centrostigma clavatum FAQ
                        
                            What are the common names of Centrostigma clavatum?
Centrostigma clavatum is commonly known as Clavate centrostigma.
What is the natural habitat of Centrostigma clavatum?
Centrostigma clavatum is native to tropical regions of South America.
What are the uses of Centrostigma clavatum?
Centrostigma clavatum is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
                          
                     
                
                                    
                        Species in the Centrostigma genus
                        
                     
                                                    
                        Species in the Orchidaceae family
                        
                            Aa fiebrigii, 
Aa hartwegii, 
Aa hieronymi, 
Aa leucantha, 
Aa lorentzii, 
Aa macra, 
Aa achalensis, 
Aa maderoi, 
Aa mandonii, 
Aa matthewsii, 
Aa microtidis, 
Aa paleacea, 
Aa argyrolepis, 
Aa riobambae, 
Aa rosei, 
Aa schickendanzii, 
Aa sphaeroglossa, 
Aa trilobulata, 
Aa weddelliana, 
Aa aurantiaca, 
Aa calceata, 
Aa colombiana, 
Aa denticulata, 
Aa erosa, 
Aa figueroi, 
Aa lozanoi, 
Aa lehmannii, 
Acampe carinata, 
Acampe cephalotes, 
Acampe ochracea, 
Acampe pachyglossa, 
Acampe praemorsa, 
Acampe joiceyana, 
Acampe hulae, 
Acanthophippium bicolor, 
Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, 
Acanthophippium curtisii, 
Acanthophippium eburneum, 
Acanthophippium gougahense, 
Acanthophippium javanicum, 
Acanthophippium lilacinum, 
Acanthophippium mantinianum, 
Acanthophippium parviflorum, 
Acanthophippium pictum, 
Acanthophippium splendidum, 
Acanthophippium striatum, 
Acanthophippium sylhetense, 
Acanthophippium curtisii, 
Achlydosa glandulosa, 
Acianthera aculeata,