Calycophyllum spectabile - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spectabile
ID:
782820
Status:
valid
Authors:
Steyerm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1963
Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 10: 188 (1963)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000782153
Common Names
- Calycophyllum Spectabile
- Calycophyllum Tree
- Calycophyllum Bush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calycophyllum spectabile (also called 'Showy Calycophyllum', among many other common names) is a small, shrubby tree with bright green, leathery leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to Central and South America and grows in moist, tropical habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Calycophyllum spectabile is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments like fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Calycophyllum spectabile has yellow flowers with white centers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calycophyllum spectabile is a tropical tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in partial shade. Cuttings should be taken from mature branches and placed in a rooting medium. The tree prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Calycophyllum spectabile
Calycophyllum spectabile can be found in the tropical and subtropical forests of Central and South America.
Calycophyllum spectabile FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calycophyllum spectabile?
Calycophyllum spectabile
What is the common name of Calycophyllum spectabile?
Calycophyllum spectabile
What is the natural habitat of Calycophyllum spectabile?
Tropical and subtropical forests
Species in the Calycophyllum genus
Species in the Rubiaceae family
Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-32064: Based on the initial data import
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.