Cavendishia santafeensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
santafeensis
ID:
592125
Status:
valid
Authors:
Luteyn
Source:
cmp
Year:
1976
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 28: 48 (1976)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000591457
Common Names
- Cavendishia santafeensis
- Santafeensis Cavendishia
- Santafeensis Bush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cavendishia santafeensis (also called Mountain Bitter, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the Andes of Colombia and Ecuador. It typically grows to a height of 3–5 m (10–16 ft) and has leathery, oblong leaves. It is found in montane forests, cloud forests, and paramo habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Cavendishia santafeensis 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 santafeensis 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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Cavendishia santafeensis 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 santafeensis
Cavendishia santafeensis is native to the tropical forests of Colombia and Ecuador.
Cavendishia santafeensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cavendishia santafeensis?
Cavendishia santafeensis
What is the common name of Cavendishia santafeensis?
Unknown
What is the natural habitat of Cavendishia santafeensis?
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
References
James Leonard Luteyn (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luteyn' in the authors string.