Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
carpii
ID:
433882

Status:
valid

Authors:
Friedrich

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
in Mitt. Bot. Staatssamml. München 3: 563. 1960.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000433214

Common Names

  • Stoeberia carpii
  • Carpii Stoeberia
  • Carpii Tree

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Synonyms

  • Jensenobotrya vanheerdei L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Ruschianthemum merenskyanum Dinter [illegitimate]

Description

Stoeberia carpii (also called Carp's Stoeberia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It typically grows up to 5-10 m tall and has a dense, upright habit. The leaves are simple, alternate, and ovate to lanceolate in shape. The flowers are white and the fruits are small, round, and red or yellow in color.

Uses & Benefits

Stoeberia carpii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber for furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stoeberia carpii is yellow and bell-shaped with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stoeberia carpii is a fast-growing evergreen shrub or small tree native to the tropical rainforest of Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist, well-drained soil and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a moist, well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist but not wet and the cutting should root in a few weeks.

Where to Find Stoeberia carpii

Stoeberia carpii is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America, particularly Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Stoeberia carpii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stoeberia carpii?

Stoeberia carpii

What is the family of Stoeberia carpii?

Actinidiaceae

What is the common name of Stoeberia carpii?

Carp's stoeberia

Species in the Aizoaceae family