Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
whitei
ID:
624313

Status:
valid

Authors:
Constance & Alverson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Caldasia 14: 22 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000623645

Common Names

  • Cotopaxia whitei
  • White's Cotopaxia
  • White Cotopaxia

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Description

Cotopaxia whitei (also called White'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 whitei 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 whitei 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 whitei 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 whitei

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

Cotopaxia whitei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cotopaxia whitei?

Cotopaxia whitei

What type of plant is Cotopaxia whitei?

Shrub

Where does Cotopaxia whitei 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-2740022: Based on the initial data import
Lincoln Constance (1909-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Constance' in the authors string.
Andrew Halstead Alverson (1845-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Alverson' in the authors string.