Cremosperma veraguanum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
veraguanum
ID:
626645
Status:
valid
Authors:
Wiehler
Source:
cmp
Year:
1978
Citation Micro:
Selbyana 5: 76 (1978)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000625977
Common Names
- Cremosperma veraguanum
- Cremosperma Veraguanum
- Cremosperma veraguanum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cremosperma veraguanum (also called Veraguas 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 veraguanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cremosperma veraguanum 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 veraguanum 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 veraguanum
Cremosperma veraguanum is native to Peru and can be found in the Andes mountain range.
Cremosperma veraguanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cremosperma veraguanum?
Cremosperma veraguanum
What are the common names of Cremosperma veraguanum?
Veraguas Cremosperma
What is the growth habit of Cremosperma veraguanum?
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-2742644: Based on the initial data import
Hans Wiehler (1930-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wiehler' in the authors string.