Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
verticilloides
ID:
632149

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cuatrec.) G.Agostini

Source:
cmp

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Acta Biol. Venez. 10: 164 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000631481

Common Names

  • Verticilloides Cybianthus
  • Cybianthus Verticilloides
  • Cybianthus Verticilloides

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Synonyms

  • Weigeltia verticilloides Cuatrec. [unknown]

Description

Cybianthus verticilloides (also called Whorled Cybianthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Venezuela and Colombia, and it typically grows in dry forests and savannas. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 10 m tall, with whorled leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Cybianthus verticilloides 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 verticilloides is white in color and has a bell-shaped corolla. The seed is small, round, and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have a long stem with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cybianthus verticilloides can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in a rooting medium. The plants should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Cybianthus verticilloides

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

Cybianthus verticilloides FAQ

What is the common name of Cybianthus verticilloides?

Verticilloid Cybianthus

What is the natural habitat of Cybianthus verticilloides?

It is found in tropical rainforests of Venezuela, Colombia, and Ecuador.

What is the flower color of Cybianthus verticilloides?

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-2749476: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.
Getulio Agostini (1943-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Agostini' in the authors string.