Cobaea penduliflora

Cobaea penduliflora (H.Karst.) Hook.f.

Cobaea penduliflora is a species in the genus Cobaea, belonging to the family Polemoniaceae. It is native to regions in Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela, including the Parque Nacional Natural Cueva de los Guácharos in Cundinamarca, Colombia. The species was formally described in 1869 by Hook.f., with the original authorship attributed to H.Karst.

Description

Cobaea penduliflora is a member of the Polemoniaceae family and is part of the genus Cobaea. Its geographic distribution spans several South American countries, including Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. Within Colombia, it is found in the Parque Nacional Natural Cueva de los Guácharos in Cundinamarca. The species was first published in 1869 by Hook.f., based on the earlier work by H.Karst. This taxonomic entry provides a foundation for understanding the plant's classification and regional presence.