Cavendishia erythrostegia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
erythrostegia
ID:
592010
Status:
valid
Authors:
Luteyn
Source:
cmp
Year:
1980
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 32: 196 (1980)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000591342
Common Names
- Cavendishia erythrostegia
- Erythrostegia Bush
- Erythrostegi Bush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cavendishia erythrostegia (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 and Panama, and is found in wet montane forests at elevations of 1,000–2,000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Cavendishia erythrostegia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cavendishia erythrostegia has white flowers with yellowish-green centers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a tuft of white hairs at the tip.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cavendishia erythrostegia is an epiphytic shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to tropical regions of South America. It prefers moist soils and partial shade to full shade. Propagation is by division or seed. Division should be done in spring or summer. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained potting mix.
Where to Find Cavendishia erythrostegia
Cavendishia erythrostegia can be found in Colombia and Ecuador.
Cavendishia erythrostegia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cavendishia erythrostegia?
Cavendishia erythrostegia
What is the common name of Cavendishia erythrostegia?
Cavendishia
Where is Cavendishia erythrostegia found?
Central and South America
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.