Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
grandifolium
ID:
1048543

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hoerold) A.C.Sm.

Source:
tro

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 1: 211 (1933)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001047881

Common Names

  • Sphyrospermum
  • Sphyrospermum Heath
  • Large-leaved Heath

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Description

Sphyrospermum grandifolium (also called 'Large-leaved Sphyrospermum', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Colombia. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers. It typically grows in moist, shady areas at high altitudes.

Uses & Benefits

Sphyrospermum grandifolium is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sphyrospermum grandifolium has small, white, bell-shaped flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have two small, opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sphyrospermum grandifolium is a shrub native to the dry forests of Central and South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. When propagating by cuttings, the cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a well-draining potting mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Sphyrospermum grandifolium

Sphyrospermum grandifolium can be found in the tropical rainforests of Colombia and Ecuador.

Species in the Ericaceae family