Cinchona mutisii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lamb.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1821
Citation Micro:
Ill. Cinchona : 9 (1821)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000861964
Common Names
- Mutisii Cinchona
- Mutis' Cinchona
- Mutis Cinchona
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cinchona mutisii (also called Mutis' cinchona, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central and South America. It grows in a variety of habitats, including forests, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Cinchona mutisii is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a medicinal plant. It is also used in landscaping and as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cinchona mutisii is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, grass-like plant.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cinchona mutisii is a shrub native to the Andes mountains of South America. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Cinchona mutisii
Cinchona mutisii is native to South America and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Cinchona mutisii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cinchona mutisii?
Cinchona mutisii
What is the common name of Cinchona mutisii?
Mutis' cinchona
Where does Cinchona mutisii grow?
Cinchona mutisii grows in 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-40709: Based on the initial data import
Aylmer Bourke Lambert (1761-1842): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lamb.' in the authors string.