Copiapoa leonensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
I.Schaub & Keim
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
in Cactus & Co. 10: 124. 2006.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000506879
Common Names
- Leonensis Copiapoa
- Copiapoa Leonensis
- Leonensis Copiapoa
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Copiapoa leonensis (also called 'Leon Copiapoa', among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree with fragrant bark. It is native to Chile, and is found in forests and other wooded habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Copiapoa leonensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Copiapoa leonensis is a small, white flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black nut. The seedlings are small and have a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Copiapoa leonensis is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame. Division can be done in spring or fall.
Where to Find Copiapoa leonensis
Copiapoa leonensis is found in Peru.
Copiapoa leonensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Copiapoa leonensis?
Copiapoa leonensis
What is the common name of Copiapoa leonensis?
Leon's Copiapoa
Where is Copiapoa leonensis native to?
Chile
Species in the Copiapoa genus
Copiapoa angustiflora, Copiapoa leonensis, Copiapoa aphanes, Copiapoa atacamensis, Copiapoa calderana, Copiapoa cinerascens, Copiapoa cinerea, Copiapoa conglomerata, Copiapoa coquimbana, Copiapoa dealbata, Copiapoa decorticans, Copiapoa desertorum, Copiapoa echinoides, Copiapoa esmeraldana, Copiapoa fiedleriana, Copiapoa gigantea, Copiapoa grandiflora, Copiapoa humilis, Copiapoa hypogaea, Copiapoa intricata, Copiapoa laui, Copiapoa longispina, Copiapoa longistaminea, Copiapoa magnimamma, Copiapoa marginata, Copiapoa megarhiza, Copiapoa mollicula, Copiapoa montana, Copiapoa rupestris, Copiapoa scopa, Copiapoa serpentisulcata, Copiapoa solaris, Copiapoa taltalensis, Copiapoa armata, Copiapoa australis, Copiapoa corralensis, Copiapoa fusca,
Species in the Cactaceae family
Acanthocalycium glaucum, Acanthocalycium spiniflorum, Acanthocalycium thionanthum, Acanthocalycium leucanthum, Acanthocalycium rhodotrichum, Acanthocalycium klimpelianum, Acanthocereus chiapensis, Acanthocereus tetragonus, Acanthocereus guatemalensis, Acanthocereus maculatus, Acanthocereus canoensis, Acanthocereus castellae, Acanthocereus cuixmalensis, Acanthocereus fosterianus, Acanthocereus haackeanus, Acanthocereus hesperius, Acanthocereus hirschtianus, Acanthocereus macdougallii, Acanthocereus oaxacensis, Acanthocereus paradoxus, Acanthocereus rosei, Acanthocereus tepalcatepecanus, Acanthocereus atropurpureus, Acharagma aguirreanum, Acharagma roseanum, Airampoa albisaetacens, Airampoa armata, Airampoa ayrampo, Airampoa boliviensis, Airampoa cedergreniana, Airampoa chilensis, Airampoa corrugata, Airampoa erectoclada, Airampoa ianthinantha, Airampoa microdisca, Airampoa minuscula, Airampoa orurensis, Airampoa panellana, Airampoa picardoi, Airampoa silvestris, Airampoa tilcarensis, Aporepiphyllum freiburgensis, Aporocactus flagelliformis, Aporocactus martianus, Aporocactus moennighoffii, Aporocactus knebelii, Aporoheliocereus smithianus, Ariocarpus agavoides, Ariocarpus bravoanus, Ariocarpus drabi,
References
Ingrid Schaub: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.Schaub' in the authors string.
Ricardo Keim: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Keim' in the authors string.
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