Caiophora deserticola - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Weigend & Mark.Ackermann
Source:
cmp
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Darwiniana 45: 58 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508614
Common Names
- Caiophora deserticola
- Desert Caiophora
- Palo de Desierto
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Caiophora deserticola (also called 'Desert Caiophora', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Loasaceae family. It is native to South America. It typically grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Caiophora deserticola is a species of flowering plant in the Loasaceae family. It is native to Chile. Non-medical uses of this plant include use as an ornamental plant, as a source of food, and as a source of fiber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Caiophora deserticola has small, yellow flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Caiophora deserticola is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. It should be grown in full sun to partial shade and requires regular watering.
Where to Find Caiophora deserticola
Caiophora deserticola can be found in the dry forests of Chile.
Caiophora deserticola FAQ
What is the scientific name of Caiophora deserticola?
Caiophora deserticola
What is the common name of Caiophora deserticola?
Deserticola's Caiophora
Where is Caiophora deserticola found?
Caiophora deserticola is found in Mexico
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-2606493: Based on the initial data import
Maximilian Weigend (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Weigend' in the authors string.
Markus Ackermann (b.1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mark.Ackermann' in the authors string.