Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
longifolium
ID:
1047797

Status:
valid

Authors:
Poepp. & Endl.

Source:
tro

Year:
1835

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. Pl. 1: 6 (1835)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001047135

Common Names

  • Longifolium Sphyrospermum
  • Sphyrospermum longifolium
  • Long-Leaved Sphyrospermum

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Description

Sphyrospermum longifolium (also called Longifolium 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 longifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sphyrospermum longifolium has small, white, bell-shaped flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sphyrospermum longifolium 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 longifolium

Sphyrospermum longifolium can be found in Costa Rica.

Species in the Ericaceae family