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Luquillo Mountain snailwood
Scientific Name: Conostegia rufescens
Family: Melastomataceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Tree
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Conostegia rufescens
Also known as Luquillo Mountain Snailwood, Conostegia rufescens is a perennial plant with a fascinating distribution and ecological presence.
Considerations for Pets
- As a member of the Melastomataceae family, it's important to research this family for any specific concerns related to your pets.
- Consider its potential interactions with insects, which could be a draw for pets interested in catching them.
Scientific Classification
- Scientific Name: Conostegia rufescens Naud.
- Common Names: Luquillo Mountain Snailwood, English snailwood, snailwood
- Family: Melastomataceae
- Kingdom: Plantae (plants)
- Taxon: Species
- Synonyms:
- Conostegia affinis Urb.
- Conostegia hotteana Urb. & Ekman
- Conostegia puberula Cogn.
- Conostegia hotteana Urb.
Distribution and Habitat
- The plant is found from Costa Rica to Ecuador, plus the Caribbean.
- It is associated with the Luquillo Mountains in Puerto Rico. The Luquillo Mountains are located in the northeastern portion of Puerto Rico, rising to elevations of 1075 meters (about 3527 feet).
Morphological Characteristics
- Described as a tree and a perennial plant.
- Commonly known as snailwood.
Additional Information
- Referenced by USDA, NRCS. 2010. The PLANTS Database. National Plant Data Center, Baton Rouge, LA, USA.
- Discover Life has a page about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Conostegia rufescens.