Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Species:
baillonii
ID:
633223

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.E.Fr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Acta Horti Berg. 10: 190 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000632555



Common Names

  • Cymbopetalum baillonii
  • Baillon's cymbopetalum
  • Baillon's cymbopetalum vine


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Description

Cymbopetalum baillonii (also called 'Baillon's Asparagus', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Andes Mountains in South America. It has long, thin stems with small, needle-like leaves and small white flowers. It grows in moist, rocky areas and is often found in the understory of forests.

Uses & Benefits

Cymbopetalum baillonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it has anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cymbopetalum baillonii is yellow and bell-shaped, with five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cymbopetalum baillonii is a hardy perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny spot and kept moist until germination. The plants can also be propagated by taking cuttings in spring or summer.

Where to Find Cymbopetalum baillonii

Cymbopetalum baillonii is found in Central and South America.

Cymbopetalum baillonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cymbopetalum baillonii?

Cymbopetalum baillonii

What is the common name of Cymbopetalum baillonii?

Baillon's snowberry

What is the native range of Cymbopetalum baillonii?

Central Asia

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,

References

Robert Elias Fries (1876-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.E.Fr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:73940-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.