Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
scandens
ID:
613549

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cav.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1791

Citation Micro:
Icon. 1: 11 (1791)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000612881



Common Names

  • Cobaea scandens
  • Climbing Cobaea
  • Scandent Cobaea


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Synonyms

  • Cobaea lasseri Pittier [unknown]
  • Rosenbergia scandens House [unknown]

Description

Cobaea scandens (also called Cup and Saucer Vine, Cathedral Bells, and Monastery Bells, among many other common names) is a perennial climbing plant native to Mexico and Central America. It has large, bell-shaped flowers that are usually purple, but can also be white or pink. It grows in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil.

Uses & Benefits

Cobaea scandens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to attract hummingbirds and butterflies to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cobaea scandens is yellow and has four petals. Its seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cobaea scandens is a fast-growing, perennial climber that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Cobaea scandens

Cobaea scandens is native to Central and South America and can be found in the wild in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Cobaea scandens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cobaea scandens?

Cobaea scandens

What is the common name of Cobaea scandens?

Climbing Cobaea

What is the natural habitat of Cobaea scandens?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Polemoniaceae family

Acanthogilia gloriosa, Aliciella caespitosa, Aliciella formosa, Aliciella haydenii, Aliciella heterostyla, Aliciella humillima, Aliciella hutchinsifolia, Aliciella latifolia, Aliciella leptomeria, Aliciella lottiae, Aliciella mcvickerae, Aliciella micromeria, Aliciella nyensis, Aliciella pentstemonoides, Aliciella pinnatifida, Aliciella ripleyi, Aliciella sedifolia, Aliciella stenothyrsa, Aliciella subacaulis, Aliciella subnuda, Aliciella tenuis, Aliciella triodon, Aliciella monoensis, Aliciella cliffordii, Allophyllum divaricatum, Allophyllum gilioides, Allophyllum glutinosum, Allophyllum integrifolium, Allophyllum nemophilophyllum, Bonplandia geminiflora, Bonplandia linearis, Bryantiella palmeri, Cantua dendritica, Cantua mediamnis, Cantua volcanica, Cantua alutacea, Cantua bicolor, Cantua buxifolia, Cantua candelilla, Cantua coerulea, Cantua cordata, Cantua cuzcoensis, Cantua flexuosa, Cantua glutinosa, Cantua hibrida, Cantua longifolia, Cantua megapotamica, Cantua ovata, Cantua pyrifolia, Cantua quercifolia,

References