Status:
valid
Authors:
Griseb.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1862
Citation Micro:
Pl. Wright. 2: 503 (1862)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000819132
Common Names
- Grayi
- Gray's Catesbaea
- Catesbaea grayi
Description
Catesbaea grayi (also called Gray's Catesbaea, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Caribbean and Central America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and produces white, bell-shaped flowers. It grows in dry forests and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Catesbaea grayi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes and as a source of food.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Catesbaea grayi is yellow, with a long, narrow bract. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Catesbaea grayi can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Catesbaea grayi
Catesbaea grayi can be found in the Caribbean, including Cuba, Hispaniola, and the Bahamas.
Catesbaea grayi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Catesbaea grayi?
Catesbaea grayi
What is the natural habitat of Catesbaea grayi?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
What is the average size of Catesbaea grayi?
1-2 meters
Species in the Catesbaea genus
Catesbaea ekmaniana,
Catesbaea flaviflora,
Catesbaea foliosa,
Catesbaea fuertesii,
Catesbaea gamboana,
Catesbaea glabra,
Catesbaea grayi,
Catesbaea holacantha,
Catesbaea longispina,
Catesbaea macrantha,
Catesbaea melanocarpa,
Catesbaea microcarpa,
Catesbaea nana,
Catesbaea parviflora,
Catesbaea parvifolia,
Catesbaea phyllacantha,
Catesbaea sphaerocarpa,
Catesbaea spinosa,
Catesbaea macracantha,
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,