Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
cuatrecasasii
ID:
591995

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.C.Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Revista Acad. Colomb. Ci. Exact. 5: 38 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000591327

Common Names

  • Cavendishia cuatrecasasii
  • Cuatrecasasii Bush
  • Cuatrecasas Bush

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Description

Cavendishia cuatrecasasii (also called 'Cabello de Angel', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Ericaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 6 m tall. It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru, and is found in wet montane forests at elevations of 1,000–3,000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Cavendishia cuatrecasasii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and sore throat.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cavendishia cuatrecasasii is a white or yellowish-white, tubular flower with four petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cavendishia cuatrecasasii is a shrub that grows to a height of 2-3 m. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained potting mix. The seedlings should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location until they are well established.

Where to Find Cavendishia cuatrecasasii

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

Cavendishia cuatrecasasii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cavendishia cuatrecasasii?

Cavendishia cuatrecasasii

What are the common names of Cavendishia cuatrecasasii?

Cuatrecasas' Cavendishia

What are the uses of Cavendishia cuatrecasasii?

It is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant

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