Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Species:
magdalenae
ID:
626537

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pirie

Source:
cmp

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Blumea 50: 53 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000625869



Common Names

  • Cremastosperma magdalenae
  • Magdalenae Cremastosperma
  • Cremastosperma Moss


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Description

Cremastosperma magdalenae (also called Magdalena Cremastosperma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Annonaceae. It is native to Colombia, and is found in wet montane forests. It has large, leathery leaves and yellow-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Cremastosperma magdalenae is used as a source of timber for construction and furniture, and its leaves are used as fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cremastosperma magdalenae is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, ovoid seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant with five leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cremastosperma magdalenae is an evergreen tree that can reach heights of up to 70 m. It is propagated by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil. The seedlings should be kept moist and in a sunny location. Once established, the tree is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soils.

Where to Find Cremastosperma magdalenae

Cremastosperma magdalenae is native to tropical South America, from Colombia to Peru and south to Bolivia.

Cremastosperma magdalenae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cremastosperma magdalenae?

Cremastosperma magdalenae

What is the common name of Cremastosperma magdalenae?

Magdalena Crema

What is the natural habitat of Cremastosperma magdalenae?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Cremastosperma genus

Cremastosperma bullatum, Cremastosperma cenepense, Cremastosperma yamayakatense, Cremastosperma antioquense, Cremastosperma awaense, Cremastosperma brevipes, Cremastosperma cauliflorum, Cremastosperma chococola, Cremastosperma dolichocarpum, Cremastosperma gracilipes, Cremastosperma leiophyllum, Cremastosperma longicuspe, Cremastosperma longipes, Cremastosperma macrocarpum, Cremastosperma magdalenae, Cremastosperma megalophyllum, Cremastosperma microcarpum, Cremastosperma monospermum, Cremastosperma napoense, Cremastosperma novogranatense, Cremastosperma oblongum, Cremastosperma pacificum, Cremastosperma panamense, Cremastosperma pedunculatum, Cremastosperma pendulum, Cremastosperma peruvianum, Cremastosperma stenophyllum, Cremastosperma venezuelanum, Cremastosperma westrae, Cremastosperma alticola, Cremastosperma brachypodum, Cremastosperma confusum, Cremastosperma dolichopodum, Cremastosperma osicola,

Species in the Annonaceae family

Afroguatteria bequaertii, Afroguatteria globosa, Afroguatteria discostigma, Alphonsea boniana, Alphonsea curtisii, Alphonsea cylindrica, Alphonsea elliptica, Alphonsea gaudichaudiana, Alphonsea hainanensis, Alphonsea havilandii, Alphonsea hortensis, Alphonsea javanica, Alphonsea johorensis, Alphonsea keithii, Alphonsea kinabaluensis, Alphonsea kingii, Alphonsea lucida, Alphonsea lutea, Alphonsea maingayi, Alphonsea malayana, Alphonsea mollis, Alphonsea monogyna, Alphonsea orthopetala, Alphonsea ovata, Alphonsea papuasica, Alphonsea philastreana, Alphonsea siamensis, Alphonsea sonlaensis, Alphonsea stenogyna, Alphonsea tonquinensis, Alphonsea tsangyanensis, Alphonsea ventricosa, Alphonsea zeylanica, Alphonsea borneensis, Alphonsea rugosa, Alphonsea glandulosa, Alphonsea pallida, Alphonsea annulata, Alphonsea isthmicola, Alphonsea longicarpa, Alphonsea phuwuaensis, Ambavia capuronii, Ambavia gerrardii, Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes,

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