Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
alata
ID:
591946

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Dunal) Hoerold

Source:
cmp

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 42: 279 1909

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000591278

Common Names

  • Cavendishia alata
  • Alata Cavendishia
  • Cavendishia

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Description

Cavendishia alata (also called Alata Cavendishia, among many other common names) is a species of shrub found in the tropical forests of Central and South America. It is an evergreen shrub with long, thin, arching leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in humid, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cavendishia alata is a species of shrub in the family Ericaceae. It is native to the Andean regions of Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Cavendishia alata has small, white flowers with five petals and a long, thin stem. Seed: The seed of Cavendishia alata is a small, black, round seed. Seedlings: The seedlings of Cavendishia alata are thin and delicate with small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cavendishia alata is a hardy perennial plant that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or division. Divide the plant in early spring or late fall. Plant the divisions in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Water the plants regularly and fertilize them in the spring.

Where to Find Cavendishia alata

Cavendishia alata is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Cavendishia alata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cavendishia alata?

Cavendishia alata

What is the family of Cavendishia alata?

Ericaceae

What is the common name of Cavendishia alata?

Alata

Species in the Cavendishia genus

Cavendishia aberrans, Cavendishia acuminata, Cavendishia adenophora, Cavendishia alata, Cavendishia alaternoides, Cavendishia albopicata, Cavendishia allenii, Cavendishia amoena, Cavendishia amplexa, Cavendishia angustifolia, Cavendishia antioquiensis, Cavendishia arizonensis, Cavendishia atroviolacea, Cavendishia aurantiaca, Cavendishia awa, Cavendishia axillaris, Cavendishia barnebyi, Cavendishia bomareoides, Cavendishia bracteata, Cavendishia callista, Cavendishia calycina, Cavendishia capitulata, Cavendishia caudata, Cavendishia caulialata, Cavendishia chiriquiensis, Cavendishia chlamydantha, Cavendishia chocoensis, Cavendishia ciliata, Cavendishia coccinea, Cavendishia colombiana, Cavendishia compacta, Cavendishia complectens, Cavendishia confertiflora, Cavendishia copeensis, Cavendishia corei, Cavendishia crassifolia, Cavendishia cuatrecasasii, Cavendishia darienensis, Cavendishia davidsei, Cavendishia dendrophila, Cavendishia dependens, Cavendishia divaricata, Cavendishia dulcis, Cavendishia endresii, Cavendishia engleriana, Cavendishia erythrostegia, Cavendishia foreroi, Cavendishia fortunensis, Cavendishia fusiformis, Cavendishia gentryi,

Species in the Ericaceae family

References

Michel Félix Dunal (1789-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dunal' in the authors string.
Rudolf Hoerold: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hoerold' in the authors string.