Cyathopsis violaceospicata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
violaceospicata
ID:
631809
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Guillaumin) Quinn
Source:
cmp
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 18: 451 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000631141
Common Names
- Violaceospicata Cyathopsis
- Cyathopsis Violaceospicata
- Violaceospicata Cyathopsis
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- Leucopogon violaceospicata Guillaumin [valid]
- Styphelia violaceospicata (Guillaumin) McPherson [valid]
Description
Cyathopsis violaceospicata (also called 'Violet-spiked Mountain Daisy', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with white flowers and small, purple-spotted leaves. It is native to New Zealand and is found in alpine and subalpine shrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Cyathopsis violaceospicata is an attractive ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used as a groundcover or a hedge plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Cyathopsis violaceospicata are white, bell-shaped and have five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cyathopsis violaceospicata is an evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 8 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through cuttings or layering. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Layering can be done in late spring or early summer by burying a branch of the plant in the soil and allowing it to take root.
Where to Find Cyathopsis violaceospicata
Cyathopsis violaceospicata is native to New Zealand and can be found in lowland to montane forests.
Cyathopsis violaceospicata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cyathopsis violaceospicata?
Cyathopsis violaceospicata
What is the common name of Cyathopsis violaceospicata?
Violet-spiked Cyathopsis
What type of plant is Cyathopsis violaceospicata?
Perennial herb
Species in the Cyathopsis genus
Species in the Ericaceae family
References
André Guillaumin (1885-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guillaumin' in the authors string.
Christopher John Quinn (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Quinn' in the authors string.