Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
fruticulosa
ID:
631707

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bunge) Aellen

Source:
cmp

Year:
1949

Citation Micro:
Candollea 12: 160 (1949)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000631039

Common Names

  • Cyathobasis fruticulosa
  • Fruticulosa Cyathobasis
  • Cyathobasis

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Synonyms

  • Girgensohnia fruticulosa Bunge [unknown]

Description

Cyathobasis fruticulosa (also called Bushy Blueberry, among many other common names) is a shrub that is native to North America, and is commonly found in woodlands, bogs, and coastal areas. It has small, white flowers and produces edible blue berries.

Uses & Benefits

Cyathobasis fruticulosa is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes such as treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cyathobasis fruticulosa has small, white flowers and small, black, bean-like seeds. Its seedlings have short, thick leaves and an upright shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyathobasis fruticulosa is a perennial herb which can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Cyathobasis fruticulosa

Cyathobasis fruticulosa is found in the western United States, primarily in California and Oregon.

Cyathobasis fruticulosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyathobasis fruticulosa?

Cyathobasis fruticulosa

What is the common name of Cyathobasis fruticulosa?

Shrubby cyathobasis

What is the natural habitat of Cyathobasis fruticulosa?

Cyathobasis fruticulosa is native to tropical regions of South America.

Species in the Cyathobasis genus

Species in the Amaranthaceae family

Achyranthes arborescens, Achyranthes aspera, Achyranthes bidentata, Achyranthes diandra, Achyranthes fasciculata, Achyranthes mangarevica, Achyranthes marchionica, Achyranthes margaretarum, Achyranthes mutica, Achyranthes splendens, Achyranthes talbotii, Achyranthes shahii, Achyropsis avicularis, Achyropsis filifolia, Achyropsis fruticulosa, Achyropsis gracilis, Achyropsis laniceps, Achyropsis leptostachya, Acroglochin obtusifolia, Acroglochin persicarioides, Aerva artemisioides, Aerva caudata, Aerva congesta, Aerva coriacea, Aerva edulis, Aerva glabrata, Aerva humbertii, Aerva javanica, Aerva lanata, Aerva leucura, Aerva madagassica, Aerva microphylla, Aerva monsonia, Aerva radicans, Aerva revoluta, Aerva sanguinolenta, Aerva timorensis, Aerva triangularifolia, Aerva villosa, Aerva wightii, Agathophora alopecuroides, Agriophyllum lateriflorum, Agriophyllum latifolium, Agriophyllum minus, Agriophyllum montasirii, Agriophyllum paletzkianum, Agriophyllum squarrosum, Allenrolfea occidentalis, Allenrolfea patagonica, Allenrolfea vaginata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2749057: Based on the initial data import
Alexander Bunge (1803-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bunge' in the authors string.
Paul Aellen (1896-1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aellen' in the authors string.