Campsiandra nutans - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nutans
ID:
1236308
Status:
valid
Authors:
Stergios
Source:
tro
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Novon6: 454 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001235646
Common Names
- Campsiandra Nutans
- Campsiandra Implexicaulis
- Campsiandra Guayanensis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Campsiandra nutans (also called Nodding Camsiandra, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the tropical regions of South America. It has large, wavy leaves and small, white flowers. It prefers moist soils and is found in wet, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Campsiandra nutans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Campsiandra nutans flower is a white, star-shaped bloom with five petals. The seed is a small, black, bean-like shape. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Campsiandra nutans is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m in height. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, the plant requires little maintenance and can tolerate drought conditions.
Where to Find Campsiandra nutans
Campsiandra nutans is native to Colombia and can be found in the wild in moist and shady areas of the country.
Campsiandra nutans FAQ
What is the scientific name of Campsiandra nutans?
Campsiandra nutans
What is the natural habitat of Campsiandra nutans?
Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests
What is the conservation status of Campsiandra nutans?
Vulnerable
Species in the Campsiandra genus
Campsiandra laurifolia, Campsiandra angustifolia, Campsiandra comosa, Campsiandra macrocarpa, Campsiandra aymardii, Campsiandra casiquiarensis, Campsiandra chigo-montero, Campsiandra curaara, Campsiandra emonensis, Campsiandra ferruginea, Campsiandra gomez-alvareziana, Campsiandra guayanensis, Campsiandra implexicaulis, Campsiandra nutans, Campsiandra pasibensis, Campsiandra steyermarkiana, Campsiandra taphornii, Campsiandra velutina, Campsiandra wurdackiana, Campsiandra cowaniana, Campsiandra robclarkiana, Campsiandra felipeana,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Basil Stergios: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stergios' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Campsiandra nutans Stergios: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.