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tibey parasito
Scientific Name: Columnea scandens
Family: Gesneriaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Subshrub, Shrub
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Columnea scandens
Also known as Tibey Parasito, Columnea scandens is a plant with interesting horticultural and historical mentions.
Considerations for Pets and Children
- The common name "Tibey Parasito" might suggest a parasitic growth habit, which could pique the curiosity of children and potentially lead to handling of the plant.
- The plant's description as a "subshrub" or "shrub" indicates it may have woody parts that could pose a minor choking hazard to small children or pets if ingested.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Accepted Scientific Name: Columnea scandens L.
- Common Name: Tibey Parasito (English)
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Synonyms:
- Columnea tulae Urb.
- Columnea aripoensis Britton
- Columnea coccinea hort. ex Hanst.
- Subordinate Taxa: Columnea scandens var. tulae (Urb.) Wiehler
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habit
- Growth habit: Subshrub, Shrub
- Duration: Perennial
Distribution and Habitat
- Not found in Idaho.
Quirky Facts
- Historical lithographs of "Tibey Parasito" dating back to 1828 are available for purchase.