Cavendishia osaensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
osaensis
ID:
592086
Status:
valid
Authors:
Luteyn & J.F.Morales
Source:
cmp
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 48(4): 514. 1997 [1996 publ. 1997]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000591418
Common Names
- Cavendishia Osaensis
- Osaensis
- Cavendishia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cavendishia osaensis (also called Osa Bush, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with a rounded crown and a single trunk. It is native to the Andes Mountains of Costa Rica and Panama. It is found in humid montane forests, usually at elevations of 1,000–3,000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Cavendishia osaensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make traditional medicines. It has anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antioxidant properties which can help treat skin conditions, digestive issues, and respiratory ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cavendishia osaensis is a white or yellowish-white, tubular corolla with four lobes. The seed is a small, dark brown, ovoid capsule. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cavendishia osaensis is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in containers, but will need to be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.
Where to Find Cavendishia osaensis
Cavendishia osaensis is native to the Andes Mountains in Colombia.
Cavendishia osaensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cavendishia osaensis?
Cavendishia osaensis
What is the common name of Cavendishia osaensis?
Osaensis Cavendishia
What is the natural habitat of Cavendishia osaensis?
Cavendishia osaensis 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
References
James Leonard Luteyn (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luteyn' in the authors string.
Juan Francisco Morales Quirós (b.1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.Morales' in the authors string.