Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hook.f.) G.Agostini
Source:
cmp
Year:
1980
Citation Micro:
Acta Biol. Venez. 10: 164 (1980)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000631466
Common Names
- Spruce's Cybianthus
- Cybianthus Sprucei
- Cybianthus Spruce
Synonyms
- Weigeltia panamensis Standl. [unknown]
- Comomyrsine sprucei Hook.f. [unknown]
- Cybianthus panamensis (Standl.) G.Agostini [unknown]
- Weigeltia sprucei (Hook.f.) Mez [unknown]
- Weigeltia purpurea Cuatrec. [unknown]
Description
Cybianthus sprucei (also called Spruce's 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 three lobes.
Uses & Benefits
Cybianthus sprucei is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant, with its leaves and roots being used to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cybianthus sprucei 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cybianthus sprucei 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 sprucei
Cybianthus sprucei can be found in the Amazon rainforest in Brazil.
Cybianthus sprucei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cybianthus sprucei?
Cybianthus sprucei
What is the common name of Cybianthus sprucei?
Sprucei cybianthus
What is the natural habitat of Cybianthus sprucei?
It is native to the tropical forests of South America
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,