Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
calophylloides
ID:
668511

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Gen. Pl. 1: 166 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000667843

Common Names

  • Calophylloid Endodesmia
  • Endodesmia calophylloides
  • Calophylloid-flowered Endodesmia

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Description

Endodesmia calophylloides (also called Calophylloid endodesmia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Melastomataceae. It is native to the Amazon rainforest in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. It is found in moist, shady forests at elevations of up to 1,500 meters. It is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 meters tall.

Uses & Benefits

Endodesmia calophylloides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Endodesmia calophylloides has yellow flowers with red anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown, and globular. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Endodesmia calophylloides is a tropical evergreen tree native to Central and South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Propagation is best done by seed, though cuttings can also be used. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Endodesmia calophylloides

Endodesmia calophylloides is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Endodesmia calophylloides FAQ

What are the growing requirements of Endodesmia calophylloides?

Endodesmia calophylloides requires well-drained soil, full sun, and regular watering.

What type of climate does Endodesmia calophylloides prefer?

Endodesmia calophylloides prefers a warm, humid climate.

How often should Endodesmia calophylloides be fertilized?

Endodesmia calophylloides should be fertilized every two to three months.

Species in the Endodesmia genus

Species in the Calophyllaceae family

Calophyllum acidus, Calophyllum acutiputamen, Calophyllum aerarium, Calophyllum alboramulum, Calophyllum amblyphyllum, Calophyllum andersonii, Calophyllum angulare, Calophyllum apetalum, Calophyllum archipelagi, Calophyllum ardens, Calophyllum articulatum, Calophyllum aurantiacum, Calophyllum aureobrunnescens, Calophyllum aureum, Calophyllum austroindicum, Calophyllum balansae, Calophyllum banyengii, Calophyllum bicolor, Calophyllum biflorum, Calophyllum bifurcatum, Calophyllum blancoi, Calophyllum brachyphyllum, Calophyllum bracteatum, Calophyllum brasiliense, Calophyllum brassii, Calophyllum calaba, Calophyllum calcicola, Calophyllum caledonicum, Calophyllum canum, Calophyllum carrii, Calophyllum castaneum, Calophyllum caudatum, Calophyllum celebicum, Calophyllum cerasiferum, Calophyllum ceriferum, Calophyllum chapelieri, Calophyllum clemensiorum, Calophyllum collinum, Calophyllum comorense, Calophyllum complanatum, Calophyllum confertum, Calophyllum confusum, Calophyllum cordato-oblongum, Calophyllum coriaceum, Calophyllum costatum, Calophyllum costulatum, Calophyllum cucullatum, Calophyllum cuneifolium, Calophyllum dasypodium, Calophyllum depressinervosum,

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