Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
pilosa
ID:
592097

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luteyn

Source:
cmp

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 32: 204 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000591429

Common Names

  • Cavendishia Pilosa
  • Pilosa
  • Cavendishia

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Description

Cavendishia pilosa (also called Hairy Cavendishia, 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 Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It is found in humid montane forests, usually at elevations of 1,000–3,000 m.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cavendishia pilosa 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Cavendishia pilosa 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 pilosa

Cavendishia pilosa can be found in Central and South America.

Cavendishia pilosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cavendishia pilosa?

Cavendishia pilosa

What is the family of Cavendishia pilosa?

Ericaceae

Where is Cavendishia pilosa found?

Colombia, Ecuador, Peru

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