Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
asplundii
ID:
624312

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mathias & Constance

Source:
cmp

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 79: 363 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000623644

Common Names

  • Cotopaxia asplundii
  • Asplund's Cotopaxia
  • Asplund Cotopaxia

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Description

Cotopaxia asplundii (also called Asplund's Cotopaxia, among many other common names) is a small, shrub-like plant that grows up to 4 feet tall and 5 feet in diameter. It is native to the Caribbean and is found in dry, rocky or sandy soils in coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cotopaxia asplundii is an attractive ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and parks. It has a dense, bushy growth habit and is often used as a hedge or screen plant. It is also used as a windbreak and can provide shade in hot climates.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cotopaxia asplundii is small and white with four petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cotopaxia asplundii is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet (2.4 m) in height. It is best grown in full sun and well-draining soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Cotopaxia asplundii

Cotopaxia asplundii is native to Peru and can be found in tropical forests.

Cotopaxia asplundii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cotopaxia asplundii?

Cotopaxia asplundii

What type of plant is Cotopaxia asplundii?

Shrub

Where does Cotopaxia asplundii originate from?

Peru

Species in the Cotopaxia genus

Species in the Apiaceae family

Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2740021: Based on the initial data import
Mildred Esther Mathias (1906-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mathias' in the authors string.
Lincoln Constance (1909-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Constance' in the authors string.