Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
cajalbanensis
ID:
711369

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.A.Díaz

Source:
cmp

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Revista Jard. Bot. Nac. Univ. Habana 2(3): 4 (1981 publ. 1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000710702

Common Names

  • Guapira cajalbanensis
  • Cajalbanense Guapira
  • Cajalbanense Star-Vine

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Description

Guapira cajalbanensis (also called Cajalban guapira, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to the Caribbean and Central America. It has a shrubby or tree-like habit and leathery leaves that are oblong or elliptic in shape. It grows in dry and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Guapira cajalbanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of firewood. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Guapira cajalbanensis are white to yellow and have five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Guapira cajalbanensis is a small shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate drought and is moderately salt-tolerant. It is a slow-growing plant and can take several years to reach its full size.

Where to Find Guapira cajalbanensis

Guapira cajalbanensis can be found in the Caribbean region of Colombia and Venezuela.

Guapira cajalbanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Guapira cajalbanensis?

Guapira cajalbanensis

What is the common name of Guapira cajalbanensis?

Cajalban Guapira

What is the natural habitat of Guapira cajalbanensis?

Woodlands, grasslands, and open areas

Species in the Guapira genus

Guapira acuminata, Guapira amacurensis, Guapira asperula, Guapira bolivarensis, Guapira boliviana, Guapira brevipetiolata, Guapira cafferana, Guapira cajalbanensis, Guapira campestris, Guapira clarensis, Guapira combretiflora, Guapira costaricana, Guapira cuspidata, Guapira discolor, Guapira domingensis, Guapira eggersiana, Guapira ferruginea, Guapira fragrans, Guapira glabriflora, Guapira globosa, Guapira graciliflora, Guapira guianensis, Guapira harrisiana, Guapira hasslerana, Guapira hirsuta, Guapira hoehnei, Guapira insularis, Guapira kanukuensis, Guapira laxiflora, Guapira leonis, Guapira ligustrifolia, Guapira loefgrenii, Guapira longicuspis, Guapira luteovirens, Guapira marcano-bertii, Guapira microphylla, Guapira myrtiflora, Guapira neblinensis, Guapira noxia, Guapira obtusata, Guapira obtusiloba, Guapira ophiticola, Guapira opposita, Guapira pacurero, Guapira paraguayensis, Guapira parvifolia, Guapira peninsularis, Guapira pernambucensis, Guapira petenensis, Guapira potosina,

Species in the Nyctaginaceae family

Abronia alba, Abronia alpina, Abronia ameliae, Abronia ammophila, Abronia angustifolia, Abronia argillosa, Abronia bigelovii, Abronia bolackii, Abronia carnea, Abronia crux-maltae, Abronia elliptica, Abronia fragrans, Abronia gracilis, Abronia latifolia, Abronia macrocarpa, Abronia maritima, Abronia mellifera, Abronia micrantha, Abronia minor, Abronia nana, Abronia nealleyi, Abronia parviflora, Abronia pogonantha, Abronia turbinata, Abronia umbellata, Abronia villosa, Abronia insularis, Abronia neurophylla, Abronia platyphylla, Abronia variabilis, Acleisanthes acutifolia, Acleisanthes angustifolia, Acleisanthes anisophylla, Acleisanthes chenopodioides, Acleisanthes crassifolia, Acleisanthes diffusa, Acleisanthes lanceolata, Acleisanthes longiflora, Acleisanthes nana, Acleisanthes nevadensis, Acleisanthes obtusa, Acleisanthes palmeri, Acleisanthes parvifolia, Acleisanthes purpusiana, Acleisanthes somalensis, Acleisanthes undulata, Acleisanthes wrightii, Allionia choisyi, Allionia incarnata, Allionia viscida,

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