Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
tortuosa
ID:
1268153

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bonpl.) DC.

Source:
tro

Year:
1828

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 3: 132 (1828)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001267491

Common Names

  • Chaetogastra Tortuosa
  • Tortuosa Chaetogastra
  • Chaetogastra Tortuosa

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Description

Chaetogastra tortuosa (also called Twisted Chaetogastra, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 3 meters tall. It is native to South America and is found in dry and moist forests. It has alternate, simple leaves with entire margins and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Chaetogastra tortuosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach pain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chaetogastra tortuosa has yellow flowers with yellow centers and long, thin seed pods. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and spindly with small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chaetogastra tortuosa is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or autumn and kept moist.

Where to Find Chaetogastra tortuosa

Chaetogastra tortuosa is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Guerrero, Oaxaca, and Veracruz.

Chaetogastra tortuosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chaetogastra tortuosa?

Chaetogastra tortuosa

What is the common name of Chaetogastra tortuosa?

Tortuous Chaetogastra

What is the natural habitat of Chaetogastra tortuosa?

It is native to Mexico

Species in the Chaetogastra genus

Chaetogastra martiana, Chaetogastra rosea, Chaetogastra schiedeana, Chaetogastra cogniauxiana, Chaetogastra tetrapetala, Chaetogastra andreana, Chaetogastra simplicicaulis, Chaetogastra confertiflora, Chaetogastra capitata, Chaetogastra citrina, Chaetogastra araneicalyx, Chaetogastra thulia, Chaetogastra anderssonii, Chaetogastra solmsii, Chaetogastra almedae, Chaetogastra trinitensis, Chaetogastra alata, Chaetogastra wasshausenii, Chaetogastra purpurascens, Chaetogastra aurea, Chaetogastra pleromoides, Chaetogastra asperifolia, Chaetogastra obtusifolia, Chaetogastra cornuta, Chaetogastra congestiflora, Chaetogastra pulcherrima, Chaetogastra rupestris, Chaetogastra pendula, Chaetogastra purpusii, Chaetogastra parviflora, Chaetogastra hutchisonii, Chaetogastra oroensis, Chaetogastra herzogii, Chaetogastra rusbyi, Chaetogastra herincquiana, Chaetogastra galeottiana, Chaetogastra laevis, Chaetogastra dimorphylla, Chaetogastra excoriata, Chaetogastra monticola, Chaetogastra hassleri, Chaetogastra macvaughii, Chaetogastra minor, Chaetogastra longisepala, Chaetogastra cordeiroi, Chaetogastra crassifolia, Chaetogastra cristaensis, Chaetogastra riograndensis, Chaetogastra ornata, Chaetogastra brachyphylla,

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50227261: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Aimé Bonpland (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bonpl.' in the authors string.