Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
galapagoensis
ID:
1020769

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hunz.

Source:
SolanaceaeSource.org

Year:
1956

Citation Micro:
Huitieme Congr. Int. Bot. Paris. Comptes Rend. Seances Rapp. & Commun. sect.4: 73 (1954 publ. 1956).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001020107

Common Names

  • Capsicum galapagoensis
  • Galapagos Pepper
  • Galapagos Capsicum

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Uses & Benefits

Capsicum galapagoensis is used as a medicinal plant for the treatment of stomach ailments, as a spice, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Capsicum galapagoensis has white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Capsicum galapagoensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°F (-18°C). It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Capsicum galapagoensis

Capsicum galapagoensis is native to the Galapagos Islands.

Species in the Solanaceae family

References

Armando Theodoro Hunziker (1919-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hunz.' in the authors string.
Solanaceae Source record for this taxon: Based on the initial data import