Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
cephalobotrys
ID:
830833

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) Harms

Source:
wcs

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 23: 23 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000830168

Common Names

  • Cephalaralia
  • Cephalobotrys
  • Cephalaralia Cephalobotrys

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Description

Cephalaralia cephalobotrys (also called Cephalobotry Fringe Tree, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central and South America. It grows up to 2 m in height and has white flowers with yellow centers. It is found in moist soils, along streams, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cephalaralia cephalobotrys is a plant native to Central and South America. It has been used traditionally to treat a variety of ailments including fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also known to have anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antiseptic properties. In addition, it has been used to treat skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, and dermatitis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cephalaralia cephalobotrys is white and bell-shaped with four petals. The seed is a single-seeded drupe and the seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cephalaralia cephalobotrys is a small tree or shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. Prune to shape in late winter or early spring.

Where to Find Cephalaralia cephalobotrys

Cephalaralia cephalobotrys can be found in the tropical regions of Asia and Africa.

Cephalaralia cephalobotrys FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cephalaralia cephalobotrys?

Cephalaralia cephalobotrys

What is the natural habitat of Cephalaralia cephalobotrys?

Tropical and subtropical forests

What is the optimal temperature for Cephalaralia cephalobotrys?

15-30°C

Species in the Cephalaralia genus

Species in the Araliaceae family

Anakasia simplicifolia, Aralia apioides, Aralia armata, Aralia atropurpurea, Aralia bicrenata, Aralia bipinnata, Aralia cachemirica, Aralia caesia, Aralia californica, Aralia castanopsisicola, Aralia chinensis, Aralia continentalis, Aralia cordata, Aralia dasyphylla, Aralia dasyphylloides, Aralia debilis, Aralia decaisneana, Aralia delavayi, Aralia echinocaulis, Aralia elata, Aralia excelsa, Aralia fargesii, Aralia ferox, Aralia finlaysoniana, Aralia foliolosa, Aralia frodiniana, Aralia gigantea, Aralia gintungensis, Aralia glabra, Aralia glabrifoliolata, Aralia henryi, Aralia hispida, Aralia humilis, Aralia kansuensis, Aralia kingdon-wardii, Aralia leschenaultii, Aralia malabarica, Aralia melanocarpa, Aralia merrillii, Aralia mexicana, Aralia montana, Aralia nudicaulis, Aralia parasitica, Aralia plumosa, Aralia racemosa, Aralia regeliana, Aralia rex, Aralia scaberula, Aralia scopulorum, Aralia searelliana,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-36747: Based on the initial data import
Hermann Harms (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harms' in the authors string.