Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
yunnanense
ID:
625197

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.W.Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 5: 159 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000624529

Common Names

  • Yunnanense Craibiodendron
  • Yunnan Craibiodendron
  • Craibiodendron yunnanense

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Description

Craibiodendron yunnanense (also called Yunnanense, among many other common names) is a small shrub with white flowers and small, oval leaves. It is native to the highlands of Peru and Bolivia and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Craibiodendron yunnanense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Craibiodendron yunnanense is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Craibiodendron yunnanense can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants in the spring or summer and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plants should be grown in a sunny spot with well-drained soil.

Where to Find Craibiodendron yunnanense

Craibiodendron yunnanense is native to Yunnan province in China. It can be found in the wild in the mountains of the province.

Craibiodendron yunnanense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Craibiodendron yunnanense?

Craibiodendron yunnanense

What is the common name of Craibiodendron yunnanense?

Yunnan Craibiodendron

Where is Craibiodendron yunnanense native to?

Central and South America

Species in the Ericaceae family