Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hassk.) Hassk.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1855
Citation Micro:
Retzia 1: 64 (1855)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000802651
Common Names
- Cardiopteris quinqueloba
- Quinqueloba Cardiopteris
- Cardiopteris Quinqueloba
Description
Cardiopteris quinqueloba (also called five-lobed cardiopteris, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, reaching up to 10 m in height. It is native to the Amazon rainforest in South America, and is found in humid lowland forests and in wetter areas of the savanna.
Uses & Benefits
Cardiopteris quinqueloba is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, diarrhea, and dysentery.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cardiopteris quinqueloba is yellow and has 5 petals. Its seeds are small and black and its seedlings are thin and have long leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cardiopteris quinqueloba is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10m in height. It is native to tropical regions of South America and prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early autumn.
Where to Find Cardiopteris quinqueloba
Cardiopteris quinqueloba is native to the tropical rainforest of South America.
Cardiopteris quinqueloba FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cardiopteris quinqueloba?
Cardiopteris quinqueloba
What type of plant is Cardiopteris quinqueloba?
A shrub
Where is Cardiopteris quinqueloba found?
Africa
Species in the Cardiopteris genus
Species in the Cardiopteridaceae family
Cardiopteris moluccana,
Cardiopteris quinqueloba,
Citronella apogon,
Citronella costaricensis,
Citronella engleriana,
Citronella gongonha,
Citronella incarum,
Citronella latifolia,
Citronella lucidula,
Citronella macrocarpa,
Citronella melliodora,
Citronella moorei,
Citronella mucronata,
Citronella paniculata,
Citronella philippinensis,
Citronella samoensis,
Citronella sarmentosa,
Citronella silvatica,
Citronella smythii,
Citronella suaveolens,
Citronella vitiensis,
Citronella hirsuta,
Dendrobangia boliviana,
Dendrobangia multinervia,
Gonocaryum calleryanum,
Gonocaryum cognatum,
Gonocaryum crassifolium,
Gonocaryum gracile,
Gonocaryum impressinervium,
Gonocaryum litorale,
Gonocaryum lobbianum,
Gonocaryum macrophyllum,
Gonocaryum minus,
Gonocaryum poilanei,
Gonocaryum sleumeri,
Leptaulus citrioides,
Leptaulus congolanus,
Leptaulus daphnoides,
Leptaulus grandifolius,
Leptaulus holstii,
Leptaulus madagascariensis,
Pseudobotrys dorae,
Pseudobotrys cauliflorus,