Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
eichleri
ID:
1254418

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cogn.

Source:
tro

Year:
1883

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 14(3): 11 (1883)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001253756

Common Names

  • Cambessedesia eichleri
  • Eichleri Cambessedesia
  • Cambessedesia eichleri Tree

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Description

Cambessedesia eichleri (also called Eichler's cambessedesia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Brazil. It has a rounded crown and grows up to 4 meters tall. Its leaves are simple, ovate to oblong, and have a serrated margin. It is found in moist forests and thickets in its native regions.

Uses & Benefits

Cambessedesia eichleri is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It is also known to have medicinal properties, such as being used to treat digestive problems and skin infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Cambessedesia eichleri are small, white and tubular, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cambessedesia eichleri is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a light soil mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Cambessedesia eichleri

Cambessedesia eichleri can be found in the tropical forests of Brazil.

Cambessedesia eichleri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cambessedesia eichleri?

Cambessedesia eichleri

What is the common name of Cambessedesia eichleri?

Eichler's cambessedesia

What is the family of Cambessedesia eichleri?

Melastomataceae

Species in the Cambessedesia genus

Species in the Melastomataceae family

Acanthella sprucei, Acanthella pulchra, Acanthella conferta, Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria, Acisanthera pulchella, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera boliviensis, Acisanthera variabilis, Acisanthera uniflora, Acisanthera alsinaefolia, Acisanthera paraguayensis, Acisanthera alata, Acisanthera hedyotoidea, Acisanthera glazioviana, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera ayangannae, Acisanthera divaricata, Adelobotrys ciliatus, Adelobotrys atlanticus, Adelobotrys adscendens, Adelobotrys barbatus, Adelobotrys ciliata, Adelobotrys macrophylla, Adelobotrys praetexta, Adelobotrys tessmannii, Adelobotrys boissieriana, Adelobotrys fuscescens, Adelobotrys macrantha, Adelobotrys rotundifolius, Adelobotrys subsessilis, Adelobotrys jefensis, Adelobotrys linearifolia, Adelobotrys ayangannensis, Adelobotrys scandens,

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