Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
zamorana
ID:
1545262

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.M.Jiménez & Vélez-Abarca

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2021

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 520(3): 266. 2021

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000026023

Common Names

  • Ceratostema zamorana
  • Zamorana Ceratostema
  • Ceratostema

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Description

Ceratostema zamorana (also called Zamorana, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It has long, narrow leaves that are green to yellow in color and grow in a rosette pattern. The plant is found in moist, tropical forests and is shade-tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Ceratostema zamorana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber for construction and furniture making.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ceratostema zamorana has small yellow flowers that are cup-shaped and have four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ceratostema zamorana is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub or small tree with a dense, rounded crown. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by seed, cuttings, or air layering.

Where to Find Ceratostema zamorana

Ceratostema zamorana is native to Ecuador and can be found in the provinces of Zamora-Chinchipe and Morona-Santiago.

Ceratostema zamorana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ceratostema zamorana?

Ceratostema zamorana

What is the common name of Ceratostema zamorana?

Zamoran Bush

What is the natural habitat of Ceratostema zamorana?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico

Species in the Ceratostema genus

Ceratostema alatum, Ceratostema amplexicaule, Ceratostema andreana, Ceratostema auriculatum, Ceratostema biflorum, Ceratostema bracteolatum, Ceratostema buxifolium, Ceratostema callistum, Ceratostema calycinum, Ceratostema charianthum, Ceratostema coccineum, Ceratostema colombianum, Ceratostema cordifolium, Ceratostema coronaria, Ceratostema coronarium, Ceratostema cutucuense, Ceratostema cutucuensis, Ceratostema dichogamum, Ceratostema ellipticum, Ceratostema emarginatum, Ceratostema fasciculatum, Ceratostema ferreyrae, Ceratostema flexuosum, Ceratostema glans, Ceratostema graebnerianum, Ceratostema grandiflorum, Ceratostema harmsianum, Ceratostema hirsutum, Ceratostema hookeri, Ceratostema lanceolatum, Ceratostema lanigerum, Ceratostema lobbii, Ceratostema longiflorum, Ceratostema longipedicellatum, Ceratostema loranthiflorum, Ceratostema macbrydeorum, Ceratostema madisonii, Ceratostema mandonii, Ceratostema megabracteatum, Ceratostema megalobum, Ceratostema microphyllum, Ceratostema nodosum, Ceratostema nubigena, Ceratostema oblongifolium, Ceratostema odoratissimum, Ceratostema oellgaardii, Ceratostema oyacachiensis, Ceratostema pearcei, Ceratostema pedunculatum, Ceratostema pendens,

Species in the Ericaceae family