Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
auyantepuiensis
ID:
926520

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Steyerm.) Steyerm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 12: 264 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000925855

Common Names

  • Coryphothamnus auyantepuiensis
  • Auyantepuiensis Coryphothamnus
  • Coryphothamnus Auyantepuiensis

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Description

Coryphothamnus auyantepuiensis (also called Coryphothamnus auyantepuiensis, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to tropical Africa. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in lowland rainforests, secondary forests, and riverine forests.

Uses & Benefits

Coryphothamnus auyantepuiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Coryphothamnus auyantepuiensis has small, white flowers that are clustered together in a panicle. The seeds are small, brown, and ovate. The seedlings are small and have narrow, lanceolate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coryphothamnus auyantepuiensis is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Venezuela and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil. Keep the cuttings moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Coryphothamnus auyantepuiensis

Coryphothamnus auyantepuiensis is native to Venezuela and is found in the Auyantepui region of the Gran Sabana.

Species in the Coryphothamnus 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,

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