Status:
valid
Authors:
Dodson
Source:
wcs
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Icon. Pl. Trop. , ser. 2, 4: t. 345 (1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000220814
Common Names
- Kefersteinia vasquezii
- Vasquezii Kefersteinia
- Vasquez's Kefersteinia
Description
Kefersteinia vasquezii (also called Kefersteinia vasquezii, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Gesneriaceae family. It is native to Colombia and Ecuador. It is found in montane forests and shrublands at elevations of 1,200–2,400 m.
Uses & Benefits
Kefersteinia vasquezii is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Kefersteinia vasquezii is yellow and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, long stem with small, green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Kefersteinia vasquezii is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained potting mix and keep them moist. To propagate from cuttings, take a stem cutting from an established plant and root it in a potting mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, bright location.
Where to Find Kefersteinia vasquezii
Kefersteinia vasquezii can be found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Kefersteinia vasquezii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Kefersteinia vasquezii?
Kefersteinia vasquezii
What is the common name of Kefersteinia vasquezii?
Kefersteinia vasquezii
Where is Kefersteinia vasquezii found?
Kefersteinia vasquezii is found in Mexico and Central America.
Species in the Kefersteinia genus
Kefersteinia alba,
Kefersteinia andreettae,
Kefersteinia auriculata,
Kefersteinia aurorae,
Kefersteinia bengasahra,
Kefersteinia bismarckii,
Kefersteinia candida,
Kefersteinia chocoensis,
Kefersteinia costaricensis,
Kefersteinia delcastilloi,
Kefersteinia elegans,
Kefersteinia escalerensis,
Kefersteinia escobariana,
Kefersteinia excentrica,
Kefersteinia expansa,
Kefersteinia gemma,
Kefersteinia graminea,
Kefersteinia guacamayoana,
Kefersteinia heideri,
Kefersteinia hirtzii,
Kefersteinia klabochii,
Kefersteinia koechliniorum,
Kefersteinia lactea,
Kefersteinia lafontainei,
Kefersteinia laminata,
Kefersteinia lojae,
Kefersteinia maculosa,
Kefersteinia microcharis,
Kefersteinia minutiflora,
Kefersteinia mystacina,
Kefersteinia niesseniae,
Kefersteinia ocellata,
Kefersteinia orbicularis,
Kefersteinia oscarii,
Kefersteinia parvilabris,
Kefersteinia pastorellii,
Kefersteinia pellita,
Kefersteinia perlonga,
Kefersteinia pulchella,
Kefersteinia pusilla,
Kefersteinia retanae,
Kefersteinia richardhegerlii,
Kefersteinia ricii,
Kefersteinia salustianae,
Kefersteinia sanguinolenta,
Kefersteinia stapelioides,
Kefersteinia stevensonii,
Kefersteinia taurina,
Kefersteinia tolimensis,
Kefersteinia trullata,
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,