Status:
valid
Authors:
Miq.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1856
Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 10: 297 (1856)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000631308
Common Names
- Cybianthus Cuspidatus
- Cuspidatus Cybianthus
- Cuspidatus Cybianthus Plant
Description
Cybianthus cuspidatus (also called Cybianthus cuspidatus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Costa Rica. It has leathery, oblong leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, and prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Cybianthus cuspidatus is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antimicrobial properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Cybianthus cuspidatus is white to pinkish, with a yellowish center. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and thin.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cybianthus cuspidatus is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Colombia and Venezuela. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The plant prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It should be watered regularly and fertilized twice a year.
Where to Find Cybianthus cuspidatus
Cybianthus cuspidatus can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.
Cybianthus cuspidatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cybianthus cuspidatus?
Cybianthus cuspidatus
What is the common name of Cybianthus cuspidatus?
Cuspidatus Cybianthus
Where is Cybianthus cuspidatus native to?
Venezuela
Species in the Cybianthus genus
Cybianthus agostinianus,
Cybianthus alpestris,
Cybianthus amplus,
Cybianthus anthuriophyllus,
Cybianthus antillanus,
Cybianthus apiculatus,
Cybianthus bahiensis,
Cybianthus barbosae,
Cybianthus barrosoanus,
Cybianthus baruanus,
Cybianthus blanchetii,
Cybianthus bogotensis,
Cybianthus boissieri,
Cybianthus breweri,
Cybianthus buchtienii,
Cybianthus candamoensis,
Cybianthus caracasanus,
Cybianthus cardonae,
Cybianthus cenepensis,
Cybianthus chamaephyta,
Cybianthus cogolloi,
Cybianthus collinus,
Cybianthus colombianus,
Cybianthus comperuvianus,
Cybianthus coriaceus,
Cybianthus coronatus,
Cybianthus costaricanus,
Cybianthus croatii,
Cybianthus crotonoides,
Cybianthus cruegeri,
Cybianthus cuatrecasasii,
Cybianthus cuneifolius,
Cybianthus cuspidatus,
Cybianthus cuyabensis,
Cybianthus cyclopetalus,
Cybianthus deltatus,
Cybianthus densicomus,
Cybianthus densiflorus,
Cybianthus detergens,
Cybianthus duckei,
Cybianthus duidae,
Cybianthus dussii,
Cybianthus fabiolae,
Cybianthus fendleri,
Cybianthus flavovirens,
Cybianthus fosteri,
Cybianthus frigidicola,
Cybianthus froelichii,
Cybianthus fulvopulverulentus,
Cybianthus fuscus,
Species in the Primulaceae family
Aegiceras corniculatum,
Aegiceras floridum,
Amblyanthopsis bhotanica,
Amblyanthopsis membranacea,
Amblyanthopsis philippinensis,
Amblyanthus glandulosus,
Amblyanthus multiflorus,
Amblyanthus obovatus,
Amblyanthus praetervisus,
Androsace beringensis,
Androsace idahoensis,
Androsace adenocephala,
Androsace adfinis,
Androsace aflatunensis,
Androsace aizoon,
Androsace akbajtalensis,
Androsace alaica,
Androsace alaschanica,
Androsace alaskana,
Androsace albana,
Androsace alchemilloides,
Androsace alpina,
Androsace americana,
Androsace apus,
Androsace aretioides,
Androsace aretioides,
Androsace argentea,
Androsace armeniaca,
Androsace axillaris,
Androsace baltistanica,
Androsace bidentata,
Androsace bisulca,
Androsace brachystegia,
Androsace brahmaputrae,
Androsace brevis,
Androsace bryomorpha,
Androsace bulleyana,
Androsace bungeana,
Androsace caduca,
Androsace caespitosa,
Androsace cernuiflora,
Androsace chaixii,
Androsace chamaejasme,
Androsace ciliata,
Androsace ciliifolia,
Androsace constancei,
Androsace coronata,
Androsace cortusifolia,
Androsace croftii,
Androsace cuscutiformis,