Cavendishia gentryi - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gentryi
ID:
592016
Status:
valid
Authors:
Luteyn
Source:
cmp
Year:
1977
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 28: 400 (1976 publ. 1977)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000591348
Common Names
- Cavendishia gentryi
- Gentryi Bush
- Gentri Bush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cavendishia gentryi (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 gentryi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cavendishia gentryi 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 gentryi is a small shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C. Prune in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Cavendishia gentryi
Cavendishia gentryi can be found in Colombia and Ecuador.
Cavendishia gentryi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cavendishia gentryi?
Cavendishia gentryi
What is the common name of Cavendishia gentryi?
Cavendishia
Where is Cavendishia gentryi found?
Colombia
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.