Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
cacuminis
ID:
938731

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
Flora 59: 438 (1876)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000938069

Common Names

  • Declieuxia cacuminis
  • Cacuminis Declieuxia
  • Declieuxia Cacuminis

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Description

Declieuxia cacuminis (also called Cacumina, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is often found in open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Declieuxia cacuminis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is known for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers, and is also used as a medicinal plant. It has anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antibacterial properties, and is used to treat a variety of ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Declieuxia cacuminis var. cacuminis
Declieuxia cacuminis var. decurrens J.H.Kirkbr.
Declieuxia cacuminis var. glabra J.H.Kirkbr.
Declieuxia cacuminis var. tocantinensis Delprete & J.H.Kirkbr.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Declieuxia cacuminis is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Declieuxia cacuminis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Declieuxia cacuminis

Declieuxia cacuminis is native to the rainforests of eastern Australia.

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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