Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
gracillimus
ID:
632013

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Warm.) Mez

Source:
cmp

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 236: 224 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000631345

Common Names

  • Gracillimus Cybianthus
  • Giant Cybianthus
  • Giant Gracillimus Cybianthus

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Synonyms

  • Cybianthus cuneifolius gracillimus Warm. [unknown]

Description

Cybianthus gracillimus (also called Gracile Cybianthus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree of the family Rubiaceae. It is native to the Atlantic Forest biome in Brazil. It is found in moist forests and along streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Cybianthus gracillimus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, parks, and other landscaping projects. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cybianthus gracillimus is white and bell-shaped. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are green and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cybianthus gracillimus is a species of plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Brazil. It is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1 m. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in the summer and rooted in a moist medium. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a warm, moist medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs.

Where to Find Cybianthus gracillimus

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

Cybianthus gracillimus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cybianthus gracillimus?

Cybianthus gracillimus

What is the natural habitat of Cybianthus gracillimus?

Tropical and subtropical forests

What are the common names of Cybianthus gracillimus?

Graceful Cybianthus

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2749352: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Eugenius Bülow Warming (1841-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Warm.' in the authors string.
Carl Christian Mez (1866-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mez' in the authors string.