Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
pseudostenophylla
ID:
592104

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luteyn

Source:
cmp

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 28: 46 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000591436

Common Names

  • Cavendishia Pseudostenophylla
  • Pseudostenophylla
  • Cavendishia

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Description

Cavendishia pseudostenophylla (also called Pseudostenophyllous 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 pseudostenophylla 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 pseudostenophylla 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 pseudostenophylla is a shrub that grows up to 22 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 pseudostenophylla

Cavendishia pseudostenophylla can be found in the Andes Mountains of Colombia and Ecuador.

Cavendishia pseudostenophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cavendishia pseudostenophylla?

Cavendishia pseudostenophylla

What is the common name of Cavendishia pseudostenophylla?

Cavendishia

What is the family of Cavendishia pseudostenophylla?

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