Costus acreanus
Also known as: Costus cylindricus var. acreanus Loes.
- Costus cylindricus var. acreanus Loes.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Costaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a rhizomatous geophyte.
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Originating in South America, Costus acreanus is a rhizomatous plant belonging to the Costaceae family. Within its native range, this species is most commonly linked to wet tropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Bulb
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Brazil, Western South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Bolivia, Brazil North, Colombia, Peru