Species:
pseudopedunculata
Status:
valid
Authors:
Luteyn
Source:
cmp
Year:
1981
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 33: 376 (1981)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000591433
Common Names
- Cavendishia Pseudopedunculata
- Pseudopedunculata
- Cavendishia
Description
Cavendishia pseudopedunculata (also called Pseudopedunculate 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 pseudopedunculata 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 pseudopedunculata 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cavendishia pseudopedunculata 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 pseudopedunculata
Cavendishia pseudopubescens can be found in the Andes Mountains of Colombia and Ecuador.
Cavendishia pseudopedunculata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cavendishia pseudopedunculata?
Cavendishia pseudopedunculata
What is the common name of Cavendishia pseudopedunculata?
Cavendishia
What is the family of Cavendishia pseudopedunculata?
Ericaceae
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