Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cusucoana
ID:
1331353

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lorence, D.L.Kelly & Dietzsch

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 57: 2 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343807


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Description

Sommera cusucoana (also called the Cusuco sommera, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Honduras. It has a single stem, pinnate leaves, and white flowers. It is found in a variety of habitats, including woodlands, grasslands, and coastal heaths.

Uses & Benefits

Sommera cusucoana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sommera cusucoana is yellow and tubular. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sommera cusucoana can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C.

Where to Find Sommera cusucoana

Sommera cusucoana is found in the tropical rainforests of South America.

Sommera cusucoana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sommera cusucoana?

Sommera cusucoana

What is the common name of Sommera cusucoana?

Cusuco Sommera

What is the native range of Sommera cusucoana?

Honduras

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

David H. Lorence (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lorence' in the authors string.
Daniel L. Kelly: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.L.Kelly' in the authors string.
Anke C. Dietzsch: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dietzsch' in the authors string.