Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
detergens
ID:
631984

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Herb. Fl. Bras. : 260 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000631316

Common Names

  • Cybianthus Detergens
  • Detergens Cybianthus
  • Detergens Cybianthus Plant

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Synonyms

  • Cybianthus lessertii A.DC. [unknown]
  • Weigeltia detergens (Mart.) Mart. [unknown]
  • Peckia detergens Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Cybianthus detergens (also called Detergens cybianthus, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the tropical forests of South America. It is a small shrub, growing to 1–2 m tall with a trunk up to 0.5 m diameter. It has a rounded crown with spreading branches and oval leaves 5–10 cm long. It grows in tropical forests in moist, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Cybianthus detergens 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 detergens is white to pinkish, with a yellowish center. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cybianthus detergens is a perennial herb that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or division of the rootball. It prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Cybianthus detergens

Cybianthus detergens can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.

Cybianthus detergens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cybianthus detergens?

Cybianthus detergens

What is the common name of Cybianthus detergens?

Detergens Cybianthus

Where is Cybianthus detergens 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,