Status:
valid
Authors:
Schery
Source:
cmp
Year:
1949
Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 36: 285 (1949)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000733088
Common Names
- Qualea cymulosa
- Cymulose Qualea
- Cymulose Sandpaper-tree
Description
Qualea cymulosa (also called cymose qualea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Vochysiaceae family. It is a woody, evergreen, perennial shrub native to South America, growing in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Qualea cymulosa is a popular ornamental plant and is used in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin infections, reducing inflammation, and improving digestion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Qualea cymulosa has small, pink flowers with yellow centers and long, slender seedpods. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Qualea cymulosa is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate moderate frost. It can be pruned to shape and can be used as a hedge or screen.
Where to Find Qualea cymulosa
Qualea cymulosa can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Qualea cymulosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Qualea cymulosa?
Qualea cymulosa
What type of plant is Qualea cymulosa?
Qualea cymulosa is a species of flowering plant in the family Vochysiaceae.
Where is Qualea cymulosa found?
Qualea cymulosa is found in South America.
Species in the Qualea genus
Qualea marioniae,
Qualea johannabakkerae,
Qualea acuminata,
Qualea amapaensis,
Qualea amoena,
Qualea brasiliana,
Qualea brevipedicellata,
Qualea calantha,
Qualea calophylla,
Qualea clavata,
Qualea coerulea,
Qualea cordata,
Qualea cryptantha,
Qualea cyanea,
Qualea cymulosa,
Qualea decorticans,
Qualea densiflora,
Qualea dinizii,
Qualea elegans,
Qualea gestasiana,
Qualea glaziovii,
Qualea gracilior,
Qualea grandiflora,
Qualea hannekesaskiarum,
Qualea homosepala,
Qualea impexa,
Qualea ingens,
Qualea labouriauana,
Qualea lineata,
Qualea lundii,
Qualea macropetala,
Qualea magna,
Qualea megalocarpa,
Qualea mori-boomii,
Qualea multiflora,
Qualea panamensis,
Qualea paraensis,
Qualea parviflora,
Qualea polychroma,
Qualea psidiifolia,
Qualea pulcherrima,
Qualea rosea,
Qualea rupicola,
Qualea schomburgkiana,
Qualea selloi,
Qualea sprucei,
Qualea suprema,
Qualea tessmannii,
Qualea themistoclesii,
Qualea tricolor,
Species in the Vochysiaceae family
Callisthene dryadum,
Callisthene erythroclada,
Callisthene fasciculata,
Callisthene inundata,
Callisthene major,
Callisthene microphylla,
Callisthene minor,
Callisthene mollissima,
Erisma arietinum,
Erisma bicolor,
Erisma blancoa,
Erisma bracteosum,
Erisma calcaratum,
Erisma costatum,
Erisma djalma-batistae,
Erisma floribundum,
Erisma fuscum,
Erisma gracile,
Erisma japura,
Erisma lanceolatum,
Erisma laurifolium,
Erisma maliforme,
Erisma megalophyllum,
Erisma micranthum,
Erisma nitidum,
Erisma niveum,
Erisma silvae,
Erisma splendens,
Erisma tessmannii,
Erisma uncinatum,
Erisma panamense,
Erismadelphus exsul,
Erismadelphus sessilis,
Korupodendron songweanum,
Qualea marioniae,
Qualea johannabakkerae,
Qualea acuminata,
Qualea amapaensis,
Qualea amoena,
Qualea brasiliana,
Qualea brevipedicellata,
Qualea calantha,
Qualea calophylla,
Qualea clavata,
Qualea coerulea,
Qualea cordata,
Qualea cryptantha,
Qualea cyanea,
Qualea cymulosa,
Qualea decorticans,