Status:
valid
Authors:
Luteyn
Source:
tro
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 92: 124 (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001047949
Common Names
- Sphyrospermum munchiqueense
- Munchique Sphyrospermum
- Munchique Mountain Azalea
Uses & Benefits
Sphyrospermum munchiqueense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a high tolerance for dry and hot climates, making it a great choice for xeriscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sphyrospermum munchiqueense has white flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have dark green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sphyrospermum munchiqueense 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 munchiqueense
Sphyrospermum munchiqueense can be found in the mountains of western Yunnan, in China.
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