Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Family:
Species:
cuneifolia
ID:
1020487

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.A.Schmidt

Source:
SolanaceaeSource.org

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. (Martius) 8(1): 259. 1864

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001019825

Common Names

  • Cuneifolia
  • Cuneifolia Plant
  • Cuneifolia Bush

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Description

Brunfelsia cuneifolia (also called 'Cuneifolia', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Colombia and Ecuador. It has large, oval leaves and white or purple flowers. It typically grows in moist, tropical habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Brunfelsia cuneifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in herbal medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brunfelsia cuneifolia has small, bell-shaped flowers that are white, pink, or purple in color. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brunfelsia cuneifolia is a small evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 2-3 feet. It is native to the Caribbean and South America. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Brunfelsia cuneifolia

Brunfelsia cuneifolia can be found in the tropical regions of South America.

Species in the Brunfelsia genus

Brunfelsia acunae, Brunfelsia amazonica, Brunfelsia americana, Brunfelsia australis, Brunfelsia boliviana, Brunfelsia bonodora, Brunfelsia brasiliensis, Brunfelsia burchellii, Brunfelsia cestroides, Brunfelsia chiricaspi, Brunfelsia chocoensis, Brunfelsia clandestina, Brunfelsia clarensis, Brunfelsia cuneifolia, Brunfelsia densifolia, Brunfelsia dwyeri, Brunfelsia grandiflora, Brunfelsia grisebachii, Brunfelsia guianensis, Brunfelsia hydrangeiformis, Brunfelsia imatacana, Brunfelsia jamaicensis, Brunfelsia lactea, Brunfelsia latifolia, Brunfelsia linearis, Brunfelsia macrocarpa, Brunfelsia macroloba, Brunfelsia maliformis, Brunfelsia martiana, Brunfelsia membranacea, Brunfelsia mire, Brunfelsia nitida, Brunfelsia obovata, Brunfelsia pauciflora, Brunfelsia picardae, Brunfelsia pilosa, Brunfelsia plicata, Brunfelsia plowmaniana, Brunfelsia pluriflora, Brunfelsia portoricensis, Brunfelsia purpurea, Brunfelsia rupestris, Brunfelsia shaferi, Brunfelsia sinuata, Brunfelsia splendida, Brunfelsia undulata, Brunfelsia uniflora, Brunfelsia cabiesesiana,

Species in the Solanaceae family

References

Johann Anton Schmidt (1823-1905): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.A.Schmidt' in the authors string.
Solanaceae Source record for this taxon: Based on the initial data import