Cremosperma humidum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
humidum
ID:
626626
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.P.Kvist & L.E.Skog
Source:
cmp
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 8: 265 (1988)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000625958
Common Names
- Humidum Cremosperma
- Cremosperma Humidum
- Humidum Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cremosperma humidum (also called Moist Cremosperma, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to tropical Africa. It has small, light green leaves and grows in moist, shady areas. It is found in rainforests and moist woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Cremosperma humidum 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 humidum is a small, white, 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cremosperma humidum 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 humidum
Cremosperma humidum is native to Peru and can be found in the Andes mountain range.
Cremosperma humidum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cremosperma humidum?
Cremosperma humidum
What is the common name of Cremosperma humidum?
Humidum
What type of plant is Cremosperma humidum?
Herb
Species in the Cremosperma genus
Cremosperma auriculatum, Cremosperma castroanum, Cremosperma congruens, Cremosperma cotejense, Cremosperma ecuadoranum, Cremosperma filicifolium, Cremosperma hirsutissimum, Cremosperma humidum, Cremosperma ignotum, Cremosperma jucundum, Cremosperma maculatum, Cremosperma micropecten, Cremosperma muscicola, Cremosperma nobile, Cremosperma occidentale, Cremosperma parviflorum, Cremosperma peruvianum, Cremosperma pusillum, Cremosperma reldioides, Cremosperma serratum, Cremosperma sylvaticum, Cremosperma veraguanum, Cremosperma anisophyllum, Cremosperma verticillatum, Cremosperma inversum,
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-2742626: 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.