Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
surinamensis
ID:
632139

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Spreng.) G.Agostini

Source:
cmp

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Acta Biol. Venez. 10: 161 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000631471

Common Names

  • Surinam Cybianthus
  • Cybianthus Surinamensis
  • Cybianthus Surinam

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Synonyms

  • Weigeltia capitellata Miq. [unknown]
  • Weigeltia schomburgkiana Mez [unknown]
  • Weigeltia myrianthos A.DC. [unknown]
  • Salvadora surinamensis A.Spreng. [unknown]
  • Cybianthus myrianthos (A.DC.) Miq. [unknown]
  • Cybianthus schomburgkianus (Mez) G.Agostini [unknown]
  • Wallenia myrianthos Rchb. ex A.DC. [unknown]
  • Weigeltia surinamensis (A.Spreng.) Mez [unknown]
  • Peckia surinamensis (A.Spreng.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Cybianthus schomburgkiana (Mez) G.Agostini [unknown]

Description

Cybianthus surinamensis (also called Surinam 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 surinamensis 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 surinamensis 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 surinamensis is a shrub-like plant that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in an area with bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Cybianthus surinamensis

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

Cybianthus surinamensis FAQ

What is the common name of Cybianthus surinamensis?

Surinam Cybianthus

What is the natural habitat of Cybianthus surinamensis?

It is found in tropical rainforests of Suriname.

What is the flower color of Cybianthus surinamensis?

The flowers are yellowish-green in color.

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-2749467: Based on the initial data import
Anton Sprengel (1803-1851): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Spreng.' in the authors string.
Getulio Agostini (1943-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Agostini' in the authors string.