Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
dentata
ID:
793559

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.Berg

Source:
wcs

Year:
1857

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 14(1): 457 (1857)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000792892

Common Names

  • Guavira-dentada
  • Guavira-de-dentes
  • Guavira-de-dentes-de-oliveira

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Description

Campomanesia dentata (also called Dentata guava, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to South America. It has ovate leaves and small white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical climates in wet and moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Campomanesia dentata is used as an ornamental plant for its fragrant white flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Campomanesia dentata has white and yellow flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small and round. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Campomanesia dentata is a small tree that can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun or partial shade. It is best grown in an area with high humidity and temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C). Pruning can be done to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Campomanesia dentata

Campomanesia dentata can be found in the tropical rainforests of South America.

Campomanesia dentata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Campomanesia dentata?

Campomanesia dentata

What is the family of Campomanesia dentata?

Myrtaceae

Where is Campomanesia dentata native to?

China

Species in the Campomanesia genus

Campomanesia anemonea, Campomanesia macrobracteolata, Campomanesia adamantium, Campomanesia aprica, Campomanesia aromatica, Campomanesia aurea, Campomanesia dichotoma, Campomanesia espiritosantensis, Campomanesia eugenioides, Campomanesia fruticosa, Campomanesia grandiflora, Campomanesia guaviroba, Campomanesia guazumifolia, Campomanesia hirsuta, Campomanesia ilhoensis, Campomanesia laurifolia, Campomanesia lineatifolia, Campomanesia lundiana, Campomanesia mediterranea, Campomanesia neriiflora, Campomanesia pabstiana, Campomanesia phaea, Campomanesia prosthecesepala, Campomanesia pubescens, Campomanesia racemosa, Campomanesia reitziana, Campomanesia rhombea, Campomanesia rufa, Campomanesia schlechtendaliana, Campomanesia sessiliflora, Campomanesia simulans, Campomanesia speciosa, Campomanesia terminalis, Campomanesia thea, Campomanesia transalpina, Campomanesia velutina, Campomanesia xanthocarpa, Campomanesia blanchetiana, Campomanesia cucullata, Campomanesia costata, Campomanesia cavalcantina, Campomanesia guaviroba, Campomanesia sepalifolia, Campomanesia arenaria, Campomanesia dentata,

Species in the Myrtaceae family

Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,