Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
quercina
ID:
592115

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.C.Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 28: 450 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000591447

Common Names

  • Quercina Cavendishia
  • Quercina Cavendishia Tree
  • Quercina Rain Tree

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Description

Cavendishia quercina (also called Quercine 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 quercina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cavendishia quercina is white and bell-shaped, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cavendishia quercina is a shrub that grows best in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained seedbed and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist medium.

Where to Find Cavendishia quercina

Cavendishia quercina is native to the tropical forests of Colombia and Ecuador.

Cavendishia quercina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cavendishia quercina?

Cavendishia quercina

What is the common name of Cavendishia quercina?

Unknown

What is the natural habitat of Cavendishia quercina?

Tropical montane forests

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