Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
capsulifera
ID:
321415

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Balf.f.) Thulin & B.Bremer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Pl. Syst. Evol. 211: 87 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000320747

Common Names

  • Tamridaea capsulifera
  • Capsulifera Tamridaea
  • Capsulifera Mahogany

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Synonyms

  • Mussaenda capsulifera Balf.f. [valid]
  • Pseudomussaenda capsulifera Wernham [valid]

Description

Tamridaea capsulifera (also called Capsule-bearing Tamridaea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Annonaceae. It is a small tree or shrub, reaching a height of up to 10 m. It is native to Colombia, where it is found in wet montane forests at elevations of 800–2,000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Tamridaea capsulifera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases. It is also used as a source of food and fuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: small, white, star-shaped, with five petals. Seed: small, black, oval-shaped. Seedlings: thin, green, with small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tamridaea capsulifera is a fast-growing shrub that can reach up to 3m in height. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken from semi-ripe wood in summer.

Where to Find Tamridaea capsulifera

Tamridaea capsulifera is native to tropical rainforests in Central and South America.

Tamridaea capsulifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tamridaea capsulifera?

Tamridaea capsulifera

What is the family of Tamridaea capsulifera?

Asteraceae

What are the common names of Tamridaea capsulifera?

Capsule Tamridaea, Capsule Tamridaea Grass, Capsule Tamridaea Weed

Species in the Tamridaea 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-201543: Based on the initial data import
Mats Thulin (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thulin' in the authors string.
Isaac Bayley Balfour (1853-1922): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Balf.f.' in the authors string.
Birgitta Bremer (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Bremer' in the authors string.