Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cornales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
andina
ID:
579213

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb. & Gilg

Source:
cmp

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Nova Acta Acad. Caes. Leop.-Carol. German. Nat. Cur. 76: 287 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000578545

Common Names

  • Caiophora andina
  • Andina Caiophora
  • Caiophora Andina

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Synonyms

  • Caiophora mandoniana Urb. & Gilg [unknown]

Description

Caiophora andina (also called Andean Caiophora, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to the Southwestern United States and Northern Mexico. It has yellow flowers and grows in dry, rocky soils in desert and chaparral habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Caiophora andina is an ornamental plant, used for its foliage and for medicinal purposes. It is known for its bright yellow flowers and its ability to attract birds and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Caiophora andina has yellow flowers with five petals and a long, curved stamen. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have two leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caiophora andina is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can reach heights of up to 10 feet. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Caiophora andina

Caiophora andina can be found in South America.

Caiophora andina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Caiophora andina?

Caiophora andina

What type of plant is Caiophora andina?

Tree

Where does Caiophora andina grow?

Tropical and subtropical regions

Species in the Caiophora genus

Caiophora deserticola, Caiophora aconquijae, Caiophora andina, Caiophora arechavaletae, Caiophora boliviana, Caiophora buraeavi, Caiophora canarinoides, Caiophora carduifolia, Caiophora cernua, Caiophora chuquisacana, Caiophora chuquitensis, Caiophora cirsiifolia, Caiophora clavata, Caiophora contorta, Caiophora coronata, Caiophora dumetorum, Caiophora espigneira, Caiophora grandiflora, Caiophora hibiscifolia, Caiophora lateritia, Caiophora macrantha, Caiophora madrequisa, Caiophora mollis, Caiophora nivalis, Caiophora patagonica, Caiophora pedicularifolia, Caiophora peduncularis, Caiophora pterosperma, Caiophora pulchella, Caiophora rosulata, Caiophora rusbyana, Caiophora scarlatina, Caiophora spegazzinii, Caiophora stenocarpa, Caiophora tenuis, Caiophora tomentosula, Caiophora vargasii, Caiophora pentlandii, Caiophora arechavaletae, Caiophora buraeavii, Caiophora lateritia, Caiophora dederichiorum,

Species in the Loasaceae family

Aosa gilgiana, Aosa parviflora, Aosa plumieri, Aosa rupestris, Aosa sigmoidea, Aosa rostrata, Aosa uleana, Aosa grandis, Blumenbachia dissecta, Blumenbachia catharinensis, Blumenbachia eichleri, Blumenbachia espigneera, Blumenbachia exalata, Blumenbachia hieronymi, Blumenbachia insignis, Blumenbachia latifolia, Blumenbachia prietea, Blumenbachia sylvestris, Blumenbachia hierorymi, Blumenbachia amana, Caiophora deserticola, Caiophora aconquijae, Caiophora andina, Caiophora arechavaletae, Caiophora boliviana, Caiophora buraeavi, Caiophora canarinoides, Caiophora carduifolia, Caiophora cernua, Caiophora chuquisacana, Caiophora chuquitensis, Caiophora cirsiifolia, Caiophora clavata, Caiophora contorta, Caiophora coronata, Caiophora dumetorum, Caiophora espigneira, Caiophora grandiflora, Caiophora hibiscifolia, Caiophora lateritia, Caiophora macrantha, Caiophora madrequisa, Caiophora mollis, Caiophora nivalis, Caiophora patagonica, Caiophora pedicularifolia, Caiophora peduncularis, Caiophora pterosperma, Caiophora pulchella, Caiophora rosulata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2690194: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Ernst Friedrich Gilg (1867-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gilg' in the authors string.