Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
cestroides
ID:
626646

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Fritsch) L.E.Skog & L.P.Kvist

Source:
cmp

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Novon 12(2): 265. 2002

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000625978

Common Names

  • Cremospermopsis cestroides
  • Cestroides Cremospermopsis
  • Cremospermopsis Tree

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Synonyms

  • Besleria cestroides Fritsch [unknown]
  • Cremosperma cestroides (Fritsch) C.V.Morton [unknown]

Description

Cremospermopsis cestroides (also called Cestroides Cremospermopsis, 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

Cremospermopsis cestroides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cremospermopsis cestroides 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

Cremospermopsis cestroides 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 Cremospermopsis cestroides

Cremospermopsis cestroides is native to Peru and can be found in the Andes mountain range.

Cremospermopsis cestroides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cremospermopsis cestroides?

Cremospermopsis cestroides

What are the common names of Cremospermopsis cestroides?

Cestroides Cremospermopsis

What is the growth habit of Cremospermopsis cestroides?

It is an evergreen, perennial shrub with a height of up to 3 m (10 ft).

Species in the Cremospermopsis genus

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-2742646: Based on the initial data import
Karl Fritsch (1864-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fritsch' in the authors string.
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.