Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
amazonica
ID:
863965

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Standl.) L.Andersson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 82: 424 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000863300

Common Names

  • Cinchonopsis amazonica
  • Amazonica Veldt Grass
  • Amazonica Grass

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Description

Cinchonopsis amazonica (also called Amazonian Cinchona, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub species native to the Amazon rainforest. It has oval-shaped leaves and grows in moist, tropical habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cinchonopsis amazonica is used for erosion control, as a forage crop, and as a cover crop. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cinchonopsis amazonica has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cinchonopsis amazonica is a perennial grass that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is a low-growing grass that can reach up to 30 cm in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or division. It can be divided in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Cinchonopsis amazonica

Cinchonopsis amazonica can be found in the Amazon rainforest.

Cinchonopsis amazonica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cinchonopsis amazonica?

Cinchonopsis amazonica

What is the common name of Cinchonopsis amazonica?

Amazonian cinchonopsis

What is the natural habitat of Cinchonopsis amazonica?

It is native to the Amazon rainforest

Species in the Cinchonopsis genus

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-40836: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Lennart Andersson (1948-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Andersson' in the authors string.