Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
sandwithiana
ID:
1324706

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Steyerm.) C.M.Taylor

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 99: 122 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337160


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Description

Carapichea sandwithiana (also called Sandwith'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 sandwithiana 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

Carapichea sandwithiana has small yellow flowers, small black seeds and seedlings that are green and have small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carapichea sandwithiana 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 sandwithiana

Carapichea sandwithiana is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Carapichea sandwithiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carapichea sandwithiana?

Carapichea sandwithiana

What is the common name of Carapichea sandwithiana?

Sandwith's Carapichea

What is the natural habitat of Carapichea sandwithiana?

Tropical rainforests

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.
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.