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Drymonia conchocalyx

Drymonia conchocalyx Hanst.
Drymonia conchocalyx
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Drymonia conchocalyx is a species in the genus Drymonia, belonging to the family Gesneriaceae. It was first described by Hanst. in 1866. This plant is native to Central America, specifically found in Costa Rica, Nicaragua, and Panamá.

Description

Drymonia conchocalyx is a member of the Gesneriaceae family, a group of flowering plants commonly known as the African violet family. The species is part of the genus Drymonia, which includes various flowering plants primarily found in tropical regions. This species was first documented in 1866 by the botanist Hanst. Its geographic range is limited to Central America, where it occurs in the countries of Costa Rica, Nicaragua, and Panamá. The species is part of a broader group of Gesneriaceae plants that are often adapted to moist, tropical environments.

Distribution

Costa Rica · Nicaragua · Panamá

Synonyms

Drymonia brevipes

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