Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Species:
spectabilis
ID:
1320466

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) J.F.B.Pastore

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 67: 441 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332920

Common Names

  • Caamembeca spectabilis
  • Spectabilis Caamembeca
  • Spectabilis's Caamembeca

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Description

Caamembeca spectabilis (also called Spectacular Caamembeca, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers and two-lobed leaves. It is native to Mexico and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Caamembeca spectabilis is a species of plant in the Melastomataceae family. It is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and abdominal pain. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Caamembeca spectabilis has small, white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small, black and round. Seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caamembeca spectabilis is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that grows up to 8 inches (20 cm) tall. It is hardy in USDA zones 9-11 and prefers full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep them moist. Cuttings can be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root in a few weeks.

Where to Find Caamembeca spectabilis

Caamembeca spectabilis is found in the south-east of Brazil.

Caamembeca spectabilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Caamembeca spectabilis?

Caamembeca spectabilis

What is the common name of Caamembeca spectabilis?

Spectacular Caamembeca

What is the natural habitat of Caamembeca spectabilis?

Caamembeca spectabilis is native to India and is found in moist, shady areas.

Species in the Polygalaceae family

Acanthocladus brasiliensis, Acanthocladus guayaquilensis, Acanthocladus moyanoi, Acanthocladus scleroxylon, Acanthocladus tehuelchum, Acanthocladus colombianus, Acanthocladus dukei, Acanthocladus pulcherrimus, Acanthocladus santosii, Acanthocladus dichromus, Ancylotropis insignis, Ancylotropis malmeana, Asemeia grandiflora, Asemeia ignatii, Asemeia ilheotica, Asemeia lindmaniana, Asemeia marquesiana, Asemeia martiana, Asemeia monninoides, Asemeia parietaria, Asemeia pohliana, Asemeia rhodoptera, Asemeia glabra, Asemeia hirsuta, Asemeia apopetala, Asemeia echinosperma, Asemeia hondurana, Asemeia securidaca, Asemeia sphaerospora, Asemeia tonsa, Asemeia acuminata, Asemeia extraaxillaris, Asemeia galmeri, Asemeia hebeclada, Asemeia mollis, Asemeia monticola, Asemeia ovata, Asemeia pseudohebeclada, Asemeia tobatiensis, Asemeia violacea, Asemeia floribunda, Atroxima afzeliana, Atroxima liberica, Badiera cubensis, Badiera fuertesii, Badiera oblongata, Badiera penaea, Badiera propinqua, Badiera virgata, Badiera subrhombifolia,

References

Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
José Floriano Barêa Pastore (b.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.B.Pastore' in the authors string.