Status:
valid
Authors:
(Steyerm.) G.Agostini
Source:
cmp
Year:
1980
Citation Micro:
Acta Biol. Venez. 10: 153 (1980)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000631328
Common Names
- Cybianthus Frigidicola
- Frigidicola Cybianthus
- Frigidicola Cybianthus Plant
Synonyms
- Conomorpha frigidicola Steyerm. [unknown]
Description
Cybianthus frigidicola (also called Cold-loving Cybianthus, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It has small, oval leaves and produces white flowers. It is found in dry, open areas and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Cybianthus frigidicola 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 frigidicola 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 frigidicola 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 frigidicola
Cybianthus frigidicola can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.
Cybianthus frigidicola FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cybianthus frigidicola?
Cybianthus frigidicola
What is the common name of Cybianthus frigidicola?
Frigidicola Cybianthus
What type of plant is Cybianthus frigidicola?
Cybianthus frigidicola is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae
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,