Cinchona hirsuta - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ruiz & Pav.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1799
Citation Micro:
Fl. Peruv. 2: 51 (1799)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000861450
Common Names
- Cinchona hirsuta
- Hirsuta Cinchona
- Hairy Cinchona
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cinchona hirsuta (also called Hairy cinchona, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South America. It has long, thin, green leaves and grows in moist, shady areas. It is often used as a medicinal herb.
Uses & Benefits
Cinchona hirsuta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of quinine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cinchona hirsuta has small, white flowers which are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, upright stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cinchona hirsuta can be propagated through division of the rhizomes or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -10°C.
Where to Find Cinchona hirsuta
Cinchona hirsuta can be found in the tropical Andes of Peru and Bolivia.
Cinchona hirsuta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cinchona hirsuta?
Cinchona hirsuta
What is the common name of Cinchona hirsuta?
Hirsute Cinchona
What is the habitat of Cinchona hirsuta?
Tropical and subtropical forests
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-40659: Based on the initial data import
Hipólito Ruiz López (1754-1816): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruiz' in the authors string.
José Antonio Pavón (1754-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pav.' in the authors string.