Caiophora vargasii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Standl. & F.A.Barkley
Source:
cmp
Year:
1947
Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 74: 81 (1947)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000578636
Common Names
- Caiophora Vargasii
- Vargasii Air Plant
- Vargasii Tillandsia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Caiophora vargasii (also called Caiophora, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with long, thin, wiry stems and small, yellow-green flowers. It is native to South America, and is found in humid forests and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Caiophora vargasii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal teas and infusions with medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Caiophora vargasii is a small, yellow-greenish flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Caiophora vargasii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division of the rootstock. It can be cultivated in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.
Where to Find Caiophora vargasii
Caiophora vargasii is native to the Andes Mountains in South America. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as along streams and in forests.
Caiophora vargasii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Caiophora vargasii?
Caiophora vargasii
What type of plant is Caiophora vargasii?
Herbaceous plant
Where does Caiophora vargasii grow?
Caiophora vargasii grows in Patagonia, Argentina
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-2690278: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Fred Alexander Barkley (1908-1989): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.A.Barkley' in the authors string.