Carapichea altsonii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
altsonii
ID:
1324704
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Sandwith) C.M.Taylor
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 99: 121 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337158
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Carapichea altsonii (also called Altson's Carapichea, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub found in Central America. It has small, leathery leaves and produces small, white flowers. It is native to Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua, and is found growing in humid, subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Carapichea altsonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Carapichea altsonii is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower with four petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Carapichea altsonii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It can also be grown indoors in a bright, sunny location.
Where to Find Carapichea altsonii
Carapichea altsonii is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It is commonly found in wet, marshy areas and along riverbanks.
Carapichea altsonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Carapichea altsonii?
Carapichea altsonii
What is the common name of Carapichea altsonii?
Altson's Carapichea
What is the natural habitat of Carapichea altsonii?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Carapichea genus
Carapichea affinis, Carapichea ipecacuanha, Carapichea ligularis, Carapichea guianensis, Carapichea dolichophylla, Carapichea lucida, Carapichea fimbriflora, Carapichea panurensis, Carapichea franquevilleana, Carapichea klugii, Carapichea maturacensis, Carapichea vasivensis, Carapichea araguariensis, Carapichea crebrinervia, Carapichea necopinata, Carapichea pacimonica, Carapichea altsonii, Carapichea nivea, Carapichea sandwithiana, Carapichea urniformis, Carapichea tillettii, Carapichea adinantha, Carapichea verrucosa, Carapichea cardenasiana,
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
Charlotte M. Taylor (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.M.Taylor' in the authors string.
Noel Yvri Sandwith (1901-1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sandwith' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77132662-1: Based on the initial data import