Status:
valid
Authors:
A.C.Sm.
Source:
tro
Year:
1953
Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci. 43: 208 (1953)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001047134
Common Names
- Buesii Sphyrospermum
- Sphyrospermum buesii
- Bues' Sphyrospermum
Description
Sphyrospermum buesii (also called Buesii Sphyrospermum, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m in height. It is native to Central and South America and is found in moist, acidic soils in open woodlands and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Sphyrospermum buesii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in landscaping and as a hedge plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sphyrospermum buesii has small, white, bell-shaped flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sphyrospermum buesii is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, acidic soil and partial shade. It can be grown in full sun but will require more frequent watering. It is drought tolerant once established.
Where to Find Sphyrospermum buesii
Sphyrospermum buesii can be found in Costa Rica.
Species in the Sphyrospermum genus
Sphyrospermum boekei,
Sphyrospermum buesii,
Sphyrospermum buxifolium,
Sphyrospermum campanulatum,
Sphyrospermum cordifolium,
Sphyrospermum dissimile,
Sphyrospermum distichum,
Sphyrospermum ellipticum,
Sphyrospermum flaviflorum,
Sphyrospermum grandifolium,
Sphyrospermum haughtii,
Sphyrospermum klotzschianum,
Sphyrospermum lanceolatum,
Sphyrospermum linearifolium,
Sphyrospermum longifolium,
Sphyrospermum microphyllum,
Sphyrospermum munchiqueense,
Sphyrospermum muscicola,
Sphyrospermum myrtifolium,
Sphyrospermum sessiliflorum,
Sphyrospermum sodiroi,
Sphyrospermum spruceanum,
Sphyrospermum standleyi,
Sphyrospermum tuberculatum,
Sphyrospermum weberbauerii,
Species in the Ericaceae family