Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
caulialata
ID:
591974

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ruiz & Pav.) A.C.Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 60: 118 (1933)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000591306

Common Names

  • Cavendishia caulialata
  • Caulialate Cavendishia
  • Cavendishia of Caulialate

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Description

Cavendishia caulialata (also called Caulialate Cavendishia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m high. It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru, and is found in humid montane forests at elevations of 2000-3000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Cavendishia caulialata is used for its ornamental value in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating rheumatism, neuralgia, and sciatica.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Cavendishia caulialata 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Cavendishia caulialata 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 caulialata

Cavendishia caulialata is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It can be found in wet montane forests at elevations of 1000-3000 m.

Cavendishia caulialata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cavendishia caulialata?

Cavendishia caulialata

What is the family of Cavendishia caulialata?

Ericaceae

Where is Cavendishia caulialata found?

Colombia, Ecuador, Peru

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

Hipólito Ruiz López (1754-1816): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruiz' in the authors string.
José Antonio Pavón (1754-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pav.' in the authors string.
George Don (1798-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Don' in the authors string.
Albert Charles Smith (1906-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Sm.' in the authors string.