Cremosperma peruvianum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
peruvianum
ID:
626638
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.E.Skog
Source:
cmp
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Selbyana 7: 98 (1982)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000625970
Common Names
- Cremosperma peruvianum
- Cremosperma Peruvianum
- Cremosperma peruvianum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cremosperma peruvianum (also called Peruvian 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 peruvianum is used as a source of timber for construction and furniture, and its leaves are used as fodder for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cremosperma peruvianum 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cremosperma peruvianum 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 peruvianum
Cremosperma peruvianum is native to Peru and can be found in the Andes mountain range.
Cremosperma peruvianum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cremosperma peruvianum?
Cremosperma peruvianum
What are the common names of Cremosperma peruvianum?
Peruvian Cremosperma
What is the growth habit of Cremosperma peruvianum?
It is an evergreen, perennial shrub with a height of up to 3 m (10 ft).
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-2742637: Based on the initial data import
Laurence Skog (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.E.Skog' in the authors string.