Cinchona boliviana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Wedd.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1848
Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 3, 10: 7 (1848)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000860348
Common Names
- Cinchona boliviana
- Boliviana Cinchona
- Cinchona
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cinchona boliviana (also called Cascarilla, among many other common names) is a small tree native to the Andes mountains in Bolivia. It grows in humid, tropical climates and is characterized by its glossy, evergreen leaves and its white, fragrant flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Cinchona boliviana is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cinchona boliviana has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and oval in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cinchona boliviana is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 3 meters. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through semi-hardwood cuttings taken in late summer or early fall. Plant the cuttings in a well-draining potting mix and keep them in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Cinchona boliviana
Cinchona boliviana can be found in wet meadows and wetland margins in the Northern Hemisphere.
Cinchona boliviana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cinchona boliviana?
Cinchona boliviana
What is the common name of Cinchona boliviana?
Bolivian cinchona
Where is Cinchona boliviana native to?
South America
Species in the Cinchona genus
Cinchona antioquiae, Cinchona asperifolia, Cinchona barbacoensis, Cinchona boliviana, Cinchona calisaya, Cinchona capuli, Cinchona fruticosa, Cinchona glandulifera, Cinchona hirsuta, Cinchona krauseana, Cinchona lancifolia, Cinchona lucumifolia, Cinchona macrocalyx, Cinchona micrantha, Cinchona mutisii, Cinchona nitida, Cinchona parabolica, Cinchona pitayensis, Cinchona pubescens, Cinchona pyrifolia, Cinchona rugosa, Cinchona scrobiculata, Cinchona villosa, Cinchona villosa, Cinchona officinalis, Cinchona anderssonii,
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-40556: Based on the initial data import
Hugh Algernon Weddell (1819-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wedd.' in the authors string.