Cavendishia antioquiensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
antioquiensis
ID:
591954
Status:
valid
Authors:
Luteyn & Dames e Sylva
Source:
cmp
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 51: 282 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000591286
Common Names
- Cavendishia antioquiensis
- Antioquia Cavendishia
- Cavendishia of Antioquia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cavendishia antioquiensis (also called Antioquiensis 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 antioquiensis 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
The Cavendishia antioquiensis flower is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Cavendishia antioquiensis is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 3 meters in height. It is native to Colombia and Ecuador and is found in cloud forests and paramos. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Cavendishia antioquiensis
Cavendishia antioquiensis is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Cavendishia antioquiensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cavendishia antioquiensis?
Cavendishia antioquiensis
What is the family of Cavendishia antioquiensis?
Ericaceae
What is the common name of Cavendishia antioquiensis?
Antioquiensis
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
James Leonard Luteyn (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luteyn' in the authors string.
D. Stella Sylva (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sylva' in the authors string.