Cinchona lancifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Mutis
Source:
wcs
Year:
1793
Citation Micro:
Papel Periùdico de Santa Fé de Bogotá 111: 465 (1793)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000861586
Common Names
- Cinchona
- Quinine Bark
- Lanceleaf Bark
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cinchona lancifolia (also called 'Lanceleaf Cinchona', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to the Andes Mountains in South America, and grows in wet, tropical forests. It has long, lance-shaped leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Cinchona lancifolia is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cinchona lancifolia 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 lancifolia is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a variety of soil types. It is best to sow the seed in late fall or early spring. Cuttings can be taken in early spring or fall.
Where to Find Cinchona lancifolia
Cinchona lancifolia can be found in South America.
Cinchona lancifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cinchona lancifolia?
Cinchona lancifolia
What is the common name of Cinchona lancifolia?
Lance-leaved cinchona
What is the natural habitat of Cinchona lancifolia?
Cinchona lancifolia is found in tropical montane 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-40673: Based on the initial data import
José Celestino Mutis y Bosio (1732-1808): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mutis' in the authors string.