Cremosperma pusillum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pusillum
ID:
626639
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.V.Morton
Source:
cmp
Year:
1935
Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci. 25: 287 (1935)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000625971
Common Names
- Cremosperma pusillum
- Cremosperma Pusillum
- Cremosperma pusillum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cremosperma pusillum (also called Small-flowered Cremosperma, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to Central and South America. It has elliptic-oblong leaves, yellow flowers, and small, round fruits. It grows in wet forests, along rivers, and in other moist habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Cremosperma pusillum is used as a source of timber for construction and furniture, and its leaves are used as fodder for livestock.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Cremosperma pusillum var. ecuadorense C.V.MortonFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cremosperma pusillum 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 pusillum 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 pusillum
Cremosperma pusillum is native to Peru and can be found in the Andes mountain range.
Cremosperma pusillum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cremosperma pusillum?
Cremosperma pusillum
What are the common names of Cremosperma pusillum?
Dwarf Cremosperma
What is the growth habit of Cremosperma pusillum?
It is an evergreen, perennial shrub with a height of up to 2 m (6.5 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-2742638: Based on the initial data import
Conrad Vernon Morton (1905-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.V.Morton' in the authors string.