Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
ecuadoranum
ID:
626621

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.P.Kvist & L.E.Skog

Source:
cmp

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 8: 261 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000625953

Common Names

  • Ecuadoranum Cremosperma
  • Cremosperma Ecuadoranum
  • Ecuadoranum Tree

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Description

Cremosperma ecuadoranum (also called Ecuadoran Cremosperma, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Ecuador. It has a single stem with pinnate leaves and white flowers. It grows in moist, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Cremosperma ecuadoranum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber for furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cremosperma ecuadoranum is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cremosperma ecuadoranum is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, moist environment. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and placed in a warm, moist environment until rooted.

Where to Find Cremosperma ecuadoranum

Cremosperma ecuadoranum is native to Ecuador and can be found in the Andes mountain range.

Cremosperma ecuadoranum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cremosperma ecuadoranum?

Cremosperma ecuadoranum

What is the common name of Cremosperma ecuadoranum?

Ecuadoranum

What type of plant is Cremosperma ecuadoranum?

Herb

Species in the Gesneriaceae family

Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2742620: Based on the initial data import
Lars Peter Kvist (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.P.Kvist' in the authors string.
Laurence Skog (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.E.Skog' in the authors string.