Status:
valid
Authors:
Pillon & H.C.Hopkins
Source:
cmp
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 63: 420 (2008 publ. 2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000743665
Common Names
- Cunonia
- Dickison's Cunonia
- Dickison's Tree
Description
Cunonia dickisonii (also called Dickison's Cunonia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Peru. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a flowering stem that can reach up to 40 cm in height. It grows in grasslands, forests, and meadows at elevations of up to 2,800 m.
Uses & Benefits
Cunonia dickisonii is an ornamental plant often used in landscaping and as a houseplant. It has small, fragrant flowers and can tolerate dry conditions, making it a low-maintenance plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cunonia dickisonii has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cunonia dickisonii is a perennial shrub that grows up to 1.5 m (5 ft) tall. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Cunonia dickisonii
Cunonia dickisonii is native to Colombia and can be found in the departments of Antioquia, Cundinamarca, and Santander.
Cunonia dickisonii FAQ
What type of plant is Cunonia dickisonii?
Cunonia dickisonii is a flowering plant.
What is the typical height of Cunonia dickisonii?
Cunonia dickisonii typically grows to a height of about 20-30 cm.
What is the typical lifespan of Cunonia dickisonii?
Cunonia dickisonii typically has a lifespan of 1-2 years.
Species in the Cunonia genus
Cunonia alticola,
Cunonia aoupiniensis,
Cunonia atrorubens,
Cunonia austrocaledonica,
Cunonia balansae,
Cunonia bernieri,
Cunonia bullata,
Cunonia capensis,
Cunonia cerifera,
Cunonia deplanchei,
Cunonia lenormandii,
Cunonia linearisepala,
Cunonia macrophylla,
Cunonia montana,
Cunonia pseudoverticillata,
Cunonia pterophylla,
Cunonia pulchella,
Cunonia purpurea,
Cunonia rotundifolia,
Cunonia rupicola,
Cunonia schinziana,
Cunonia varijuga,
Cunonia vieillardii,
Cunonia dickisonii,
Cunonia koghicola,
Cunonia bopopensis,
Species in the Cunoniaceae family
Ackama australiensis,
Ackama nubicola,
Ackama paniculosa,
Ackama rosifolia,
Acrophyllum australe,
Acrophyllum venosum,
Aistopetalum multiflorum,
Aistopetalum viticoides,
Anodopetalum biglandulosum,
Bauera capitata,
Bauera rubioides,
Bauera sessiliflora,
Caldcluvia paniculata,
Callicoma serratifolia,
Ceratopetalum apetalum,
Ceratopetalum corymbosum,
Ceratopetalum gummiferum,
Ceratopetalum hylandii,
Ceratopetalum iugumense,
Ceratopetalum macrophyllum,
Ceratopetalum succirubrum,
Ceratopetalum tetrapterum,
Ceratopetalum virchowii,
Codia belepensis,
Codia jaffrei,
Codia mackeeana,
Codia triverticillata,
Codia albicans,
Codia albifrons,
Codia cinerascens,
Codia discolor,
Codia ferruginea,
Codia fusca,
Codia incrassata,
Codia microphylla,
Codia montana,
Codia nitida,
Codia spatulata,
Codia xerophila,
Cunonia alticola,
Cunonia aoupiniensis,
Cunonia atrorubens,
Cunonia austrocaledonica,
Cunonia balansae,
Cunonia bernieri,
Cunonia bullata,
Cunonia capensis,
Cunonia cerifera,
Cunonia deplanchei,
Cunonia lenormandii,
References
Yohan Pillon: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pillon' in the authors string.