Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
caparoensis
ID:
696370

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sleumer

Source:
cmp

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 86: 362 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000695703

Common Names

  • Gaylussacia caparoensis
  • Caparo Gaylussacia
  • Gaylussacia

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Description

Gaylussacia caparoensis (also called Caparo Huckleberry, among many other common names) is a small shrub, typically growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to South America, from Colombia to Peru. It is found in moist to dry woods, thickets, and clearings.

Uses & Benefits

Gaylussacia caparoensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gaylussacia caparoensis is small and white with five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and long with a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gaylussacia caparoensis is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-drained potting mix. Both methods should be done in the spring or early summer.

Where to Find Gaylussacia caparoensis

Gaylussacia caparoensis is endemic to Venezuela and can be found in the Andes Mountains.

Gaylussacia caparoensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gaylussacia caparoensis?

Gaylussacia caparoensis

What are the common names of Gaylussacia caparoensis?

Caparo huckleberry

What is the natural habitat of Gaylussacia caparoensis?

Open woods, thickets, and bogs

Species in the Gaylussacia genus

Gaylussacia amazonica, Gaylussacia amoena, Gaylussacia angulata, Gaylussacia angustifolia, Gaylussacia arassatubensis, Gaylussacia baccata, Gaylussacia bigeloviana, Gaylussacia brachycera, Gaylussacia brasiliensis, Gaylussacia buxifolia, Gaylussacia caparoensis, Gaylussacia caratuvensis, Gaylussacia cardenasii, Gaylussacia centunculifolia, Gaylussacia chamissonis, Gaylussacia ciliosa, Gaylussacia cinerea, Gaylussacia cordata, Gaylussacia corvensis, Gaylussacia decipiens, Gaylussacia densa, Gaylussacia dependens, Gaylussacia duartei, Gaylussacia dumosa, Gaylussacia dumosa, Gaylussacia elliptica, Gaylussacia fasciculata, Gaylussacia frondosa, Gaylussacia gardneri, Gaylussacia goyazensis, Gaylussacia harleyi, Gaylussacia hispida, Gaylussacia incana, Gaylussacia jordanensis, Gaylussacia leptobotrys, Gaylussacia linearifolia, Gaylussacia loxensis, Gaylussacia luizae, Gaylussacia martii, Gaylussacia montana, Gaylussacia mosieri, Gaylussacia nana, Gaylussacia oleifolia, Gaylussacia orocola, Gaylussacia pallida, Gaylussacia paranaensis, Gaylussacia peruviana, Gaylussacia pinifolia, Gaylussacia pruinosa, Gaylussacia pseudociliosa,

Species in the Ericaceae family