Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dilleniales
Genus:
Species:
cuspidulata
ID:
639459

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart. ex Eichler

Source:
cmp

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 13(1): 191 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000638791

Common Names

  • Davilla
  • Cuspidulata
  • Cuspidulata Davilla

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Description

Davilla cuspidulata (also called the Cuspidulata Davilla, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Colombia. It has a rounded shape and is covered with soft, velvety hairs. Its leaves are oval-shaped and have a leathery texture. It is found in humid tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Davilla cuspidulata is used as an ornamental plant, for its fragrant flowers and its attractive foliage. It is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Davilla cuspidulata is yellow and bell-shaped. The seed is a small, brown, flattened disc, and the seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Davilla cuspidulata is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, well-drained soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a warm, humid environment. Once rooted, the plants should be potted up and grown in a warm, bright location.

Where to Find Davilla cuspidulata

Davilla cuspidulata is native to Colombia and can be found in humid, lowland forests.

Davilla cuspidulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Davilla cuspidulata?

Davilla cuspidulata

What type of plant is Davilla cuspidulata?

Shrub

Where does Davilla cuspidulata grow?

Brazil

Species in the Dilleniaceae family

Acrotrema agastyamalayanum, Acrotrema arnottianum, Acrotrema costatum, Acrotrema dissectum, Acrotrema intermedium, Acrotrema lanceolatum, Acrotrema lyratum, Acrotrema thwaitesii, Acrotrema uniflorum, Acrotrema walkeri, Curatella americana, Davilla bahiana, Davilla bilobata, Davilla neei, Davilla alata, Davilla angustifolia, Davilla aspera, Davilla cearensis, Davilla cuatrecasasii, Davilla cuspidulata, Davilla elliptica, Davilla flexuosa, Davilla glabrata, Davilla glaziovii, Davilla grandiflora, Davilla kubitzkii, Davilla kunthii, Davilla lacunosa, Davilla latifolia, Davilla macrocarpa, Davilla morii, Davilla nitida, Davilla papyracea, Davilla pedicellaris, Davilla rugosa, Davilla sellowiana, Davilla steyermarkii, Davilla strigosa, Davilla aymardii, Davilla minutifolia, Davilla sessilifolia, Davilla lanosa, Davilla hirsuticarpa, Didesmandra aspera, Dillenia alata, Dillenia albiflos, Dillenia andamanica, Dillenia aurea, Dillenia auriculata, Dillenia beccariana,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2758404: Based on the initial data import
Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.
August W. Eichler (1839-1887): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eichler' in the authors string.