Cavendishia sessiliflora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sessiliflora
ID:
592128
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.C.Sm.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1932
Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 28: 483 (1932)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000591460
Common Names
- Cavendishia sessiliflora
- Sessiliflora Cavendishia
- Sessiliflora Bush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cavendishia sessiliflora (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 sessiliflora 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 sessiliflora 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 sessiliflora 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 sessiliflora
Cavendishia sessiliflora is found in the tropical forests of Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Cavendishia sessiliflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cavendishia sillarensis?
Cavendishia sillarensis
What is the common name of Cavendishia sillarensis?
Unknown
What is the natural habitat of Cavendishia sillarensis?
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
Albert Charles Smith (1906-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Sm.' in the authors string.