Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
spathulifolius
ID:
632129

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.Agostini ex Pipoly

Source:
cmp

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 79: 950 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000631461

Common Names

  • Spathulifolius Cybianthus
  • Cybianthus Spathulifolius
  • Cybianthus Spathulifolius

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Description

Cybianthus spathulifolius (also called Spathulate-Leaf Cybianthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to the Caribbean and Central America, where it is found in moist forests and along streams. It has small, white flowers and oval-shaped leaves with a spoon-like shape.

Uses & Benefits

Cybianthus spathulifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in herbal teas. It is known to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, and is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, coughs, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cybianthus spathulifolius is a white to pale yellow, with a yellow center and a sweet fragrance. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cybianthus spathulifolius is a small shrub that grows up to 1 meter in height. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small white flowers. It is propagated by seed or cuttings and prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Cybianthus spathulifolius

Cybianthus spathulifolius can be found in the Amazon rainforest in Brazil.

Cybianthus spathulifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cybianthus spathulifolius?

Cybianthus spathulifolius

What is the common name of Cybianthus spathulifolius?

Spathulifolius Cybianthus

What type of plant is Cybianthus spathulifolius?

Cybianthus spathulifolius 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2749458: Based on the initial data import
Getulio Agostini (1943-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Agostini' in the authors string.
John J. Pipoly (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pipoly' in the authors string.