Cinchona calisaya - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Wedd.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1848
Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 3, 10: 6 (1848)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000860414
Common Names
- Calisaya Cinchona
- Calisaya Quinine
- Calisaya Bark
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cinchona calisaya (also called Peruvian bark, Jesuit's bark, and calisaya bark, among many other common names) is a species of tree native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It is an evergreen tree growing up to 15 m tall, with a straight trunk and a rounded crown. It grows in moist, shady areas such as riverbanks and damp forests.
Uses & Benefits
Cinchona calisaya has non-medical uses such as being used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It has benefits such as being drought-tolerant and providing habitat for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cinchona calisaya is yellow and bell-shaped. The seed is small and round with a rough surface. The seedlings are thin and wiry.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cinchona calisaya can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment with plenty of indirect sunlight.
Where to Find Cinchona calisaya
Cinchona calisaya can be found in the Andes Mountains of South America.
Cinchona calisaya FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cinchona calisaya?
Cinchona calisaya
What is the common name of Cinchona calisaya?
Common name of Cinchona calisaya is not known
Where is Cinchona calisaya found?
Cinchona calisaya is found in tropical 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-40562: Based on the initial data import
Hugh Algernon Weddell (1819-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wedd.' in the authors string.