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tibey parasito

Scientific Name: Columnea scandens var. tulae

Family: Gesneriaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Subshrub, Shrub

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Columnea scandens

Columnea scandens, commonly known as "tibey parasito," is a plant with a variety of interesting characteristics. The information below provides a detailed overview of this species.

Considerations for Pets

  • The name "parasito" suggests a parasitic growth habit. While not necessarily harmful through direct toxicity, it's worth understanding how this plant interacts with its environment and other plants.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Columnea scandens L.
  • Common Name: tibey parasito
  • Family: Gesneriaceae
  • Kingdom: Plantae
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Synonyms:
    • Columnea aripoensis Britton
    • Columnea coccinea hort. ex Hanst.
    • Columnea tulae Urb. (Also listed as a synonym of Columnea scandens var. tulae)
  • Infraspecific Taxon: Columnea scandens var. tulae (Urb.) Wiehler
  • Variety: Columnea scandens var. tulae (Urb.) Wiehler is also referred to as tibey parasito.

Distribution and Habitat

  • The plant is noted as "Not In Idaho."

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Growth habit: Subshrub, Shrub
  • Duration: Perennial

Additional Information

  • Symbol: COSC11