Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
hospitalis
ID:
1412282

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.B.Sm.) Christenh. & Byng

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 4: 68 (2018)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424747


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Description

Cipuropsis hospitalis (also called Hospital Cipuropsis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Central America. It has small, white flowers and grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cipuropsis hospitalis is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. It is also used to treat skin diseases, such as eczema and psoriasis. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cipuropsis hospitalis has small, yellow flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cipuropsis hospitalis can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Water regularly and fertilize in the spring.

Where to Find Cipuropsis hospitalis

Cipuropsis hospitalis is native to Mexico and can be found in dry and rocky areas.

Cipuropsis hospitalis FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Cipuropsis hospitalis?

Cipuropsis hospitalis prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C)

What is the ideal light for Cipuropsis hospitalis?

Cipuropsis hospitalis prefers bright, indirect light.

How often should I water Cipuropsis hospitalis?

Water Cipuropsis hospitalis when the top inch of soil is dry.

Species in the Bromeliaceae family

Acanthostachys pitcairnioides, Acanthostachys strobilacea, Acanthostachys calcicola, Aechmea abbreviata, Aechmea aculeatosepala, Aechmea alba, Aechmea alegrensis, Aechmea alopecurus, Aechmea ampla, Aechmea andersonii, Aechmea angustifolia, Aechmea anomala, Aechmea apocalyptica, Aechmea aquilega, Aechmea araneosa, Aechmea arenaria, Aechmea aripensis, Aechmea azurea, Aechmea bahiana, Aechmea bambusoides, Aechmea biflora, Aechmea blanchetiana, Aechmea blumenavii, Aechmea bocainensis, Aechmea brachystachys, Aechmea bracteata, Aechmea brassicoides, Aechmea brevicollis, Aechmea bromeliifolia, Aechmea bruggeri, Aechmea caesia, Aechmea callichroma, Aechmea calyculata, Aechmea campanulata, Aechmea candida, Aechmea cariocae, Aechmea carvalhoi, Aechmea castanea, Aechmea castelnavii, Aechmea cathcartii, Aechmea caudata, Aechmea chantinii, Aechmea coelestis, Aechmea colombiana, Aechmea comata, Aechmea conferta, Aechmea confusa, Aechmea conifera, Aechmea costantinii, Aechmea contracta,

References

Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.
Lyman Bradford Smith (1904-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.B.Sm.' in the authors string.
James W. Byng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Byng' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77183971-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].