Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
guatemalensis
ID:
592029

Status:
valid

Authors:
Loes.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier , sér. 2, 3: 221 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000591361

Common Names

  • Cavendishia guatemalensis
  • Guatemalan Cavendishia
  • Cavendishia of Guatemalan

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Description

Cavendishia guatemalensis (also called Guatemalan Cavendishia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub in the Ericaceae family. It is native to Colombia and Ecuador, where it is found in wet montane forests. It is an evergreen shrub with large, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Cavendishia guatemalensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cavendishia guatemalensis var. chiapensis (Brandegee) L.O.Williams

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Cavendishia guatemalensis has small, white flowers with five petals and a long, thin stem. Seed: The seed of Cavendishia guatemalensis is a small, black, round seed. Seedlings: The seedlings of Cavendishia guatemalensis are thin and delicate with small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cavendishia guatemalensis is a shrub that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils, but prefers moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by cuttings or layering. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a well-draining medium. Layering can be done by burying a stem in the soil and allowing it to root before cutting it away from the parent plant.

Where to Find Cavendishia guatemalensis

Cavendishia guatemalensis is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Cavendishia guatemalensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cavendishia guatemalensis?

Cavendishia guatemalensis

What is the common name of Cavendishia guatemalensis?

Cavendishia

Where is Cavendishia guatemalensis found?

Central 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