Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook.f.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1862
Citation Micro:
Gen. Pl. 1: 404 (1862)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000604307
Common Names
- Chytranthus mannii
- Mann's Chytranthus
- Chytranthus Mannii
Description
Chytranthus mannii (also called Mann's Chytranthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Venezuela and Colombia and is found in montane forests at elevations of 1,500–2,000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Chytranthus mannii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, stomach problems, and fever.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chytranthus mannii has a white flower with yellow-tipped petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chytranthus mannii is a terrestrial bromeliad that can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept moist but not soggy. Propagation is done by division of the offsets or by seed.
Where to Find Chytranthus mannii
Chytranthus mannii can be found in tropical Africa, Madagascar, and the Mascarene Islands.
Chytranthus mannii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chytranthus mannii?
Chytranthus mannii
What type of plant is Chytranthus mannii?
Orchid
Where is Chytranthus mannii found?
Ecuador
Species in the Chytranthus genus
Chytranthus angustifolius,
Chytranthus atroviolaceus,
Chytranthus calophyllus,
Chytranthus carneus,
Chytranthus cauliflorus,
Chytranthus dasystachys,
Chytranthus dinklagei,
Chytranthus edulis,
Chytranthus ellipticus,
Chytranthus flavoviridis,
Chytranthus gilletii,
Chytranthus imenoensis,
Chytranthus klaineanus,
Chytranthus ledermannii,
Chytranthus longibracteatus,
Chytranthus macrobotrys,
Chytranthus macrophyllus,
Chytranthus mannii,
Chytranthus micranthus,
Chytranthus mortehanii,
Chytranthus obliquinervis,
Chytranthus prieurianus,
Chytranthus punctatus,
Chytranthus setosus,
Chytranthus sexlocularis,
Chytranthus stenophyllus,
Chytranthus strigosus,
Chytranthus subvilliger,
Chytranthus talbotii,
Chytranthus verecundus,
Chytranthus welwitschii,
Chytranthus xanthophyllus,
Species in the Sapindaceae family