Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
martii
ID:
592062

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Meisn.) A.C.Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 63: 313 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000591394

Common Names

  • Cavendishia martii
  • Martii Cavendishia
  • Cavendishia

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Synonyms

  • Cavendishia muschleriana Hoerold [valid]
  • Cavendishia paniculata Rusby [valid]
  • Chupalon viridiflorum Kuntze [valid]
  • Thibaudia martii Meisn. [valid]
  • Thibaudia viridiflora (Kuntze) K.Schum [valid]

Description

Cavendishia martii (also called 'Mart's Cavendishia', among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Andes of Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It is found in montane and subalpine forests, and montane and subalpine shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Cavendishia martii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, stomach ache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cavendishia martii is a yellow-green color with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown color with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cavendishia martii is a shrub that grows up to 6 m in height. It is native to the Andes Mountains in South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some shade. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained potting mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Cavendishia martii

Cavendishia martii is native to Colombia and can be found in the cloud forests of the Andes Mountains.

Cavendishia martii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cavendishia martii?

Cavendishia martii

What is the common name of Cavendishia martii?

Martii Cavendishia

What is the natural habitat of Cavendishia martii?

Cavendishia martii is native to the tropical rainforests of Colombia and Ecuador

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