Comanthera caespitosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
caespitosa
ID:
917659
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Wikstr.) L.R.Parra & Giul.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2010
Citation Micro:
Taxon 59: 1143 (2010)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000916994
Common Names
- Caespitosa Comanthera
- Caespitosa Star-of-Bethlehem
- Caespitosa Star of Bethlehem
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Comanthera caespitosa (also called Tufted Comanthera, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 5 meters in height. It has a grey bark and its leaves are alternate, simple, elliptic and entire. It is native to Brazil and found in the Atlantic Forest. It is usually found in humid forests and along the banks of rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Comanthera caespitosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Comanthera caespitosa has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are black and round, and the seedlings are small and slender.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Comanthera caespitosa is a tropical plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best propagated by division or stem cuttings. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. Fertilize regularly with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Comanthera caespitosa
Comanthera caespitosa is native to Brazil. It can be found in the states of Bahia, Minas Gerais, and Rio de Janeiro.
Comanthera caespitosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Comanthera caespitosa?
Comanthera caespitosa
What are the common names of Comanthera caespitosa?
Tufted everlasting
What is the natural habitat of Comanthera caespitosa?
Dry grasslands, rocky hillsides, and open woodlands
Species in the Comanthera genus
Comanthera kegeliana, Comanthera harleyi, Comanthera euschemus, Comanthera elegantula, Comanthera elegans, Comanthera dealbata, Comanthera curralensis, Comanthera brasiliana, Comanthera bisulcata, Comanthera bahiensis, Comanthera aurifibrata, Comanthera aciphylla, Comanthera hatschbachii, Comanthera xeranthemoides, Comanthera caespitosa, Comanthera centauroides, Comanthera reflexa, Comanthera jenmanii, Comanthera floccosa, Comanthera circinnata, Comanthera cipoensis, Comanthera giuliettiae, Comanthera suberosa, Comanthera ruprechtiana, Comanthera paepalophylla, Comanthera nivea, Comanthera nitida, Comanthera magnifica, Comanthera imbricata, Comanthera mucugensis, Comanthera lanosa, Comanthera retroflexa, Comanthera pignalii, Comanthera brunnea, Comanthera dimera, Comanthera angustifolia, Comanthera tricostata, Comanthera borbae,
Species in the Eriocaulaceae family
Comanthera kegeliana, Comanthera harleyi, Comanthera euschemus, Comanthera elegantula, Comanthera elegans, Comanthera dealbata, Comanthera curralensis, Comanthera brasiliana, Comanthera bisulcata, Comanthera bahiensis, Comanthera aurifibrata, Comanthera aciphylla, Comanthera hatschbachii, Comanthera xeranthemoides, Comanthera caespitosa, Comanthera centauroides, Comanthera reflexa, Comanthera jenmanii, Comanthera floccosa, Comanthera circinnata, Comanthera cipoensis, Comanthera giuliettiae, Comanthera suberosa, Comanthera ruprechtiana, Comanthera paepalophylla, Comanthera nivea, Comanthera nitida, Comanthera magnifica, Comanthera imbricata, Comanthera mucugensis, Comanthera lanosa, Comanthera retroflexa, Comanthera pignalii, Comanthera brunnea, Comanthera dimera, Comanthera angustifolia, Comanthera tricostata, Comanthera borbae, Eriocaulon abyssinicum, Eriocaulon achiton, Eriocaulon acutibracteatum, Eriocaulon acutifolium, Eriocaulon adamesii, Eriocaulon aethiopicum, Eriocaulon africanum, Eriocaulon afzelianum, Eriocaulon albocapitatum, Eriocaulon alleizettei, Eriocaulon alpestre, Eriocaulon alpinum,
References
Johan Emanuel Wikström (1789-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wikstr.' in the authors string.
Ana Maria Giulietti (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Giul.' in the authors string.
L.R. Parra: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.R.Parra' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77106869-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.