Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Species:
brasiliense
ID:
633224

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vell.) Benth. ex Baill.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
Hist. Pl. 1: 240 (1868)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000632556



Common Names

  • Cymbopetalum brasiliense
  • Brazilian Guapuruvu
  • Brazilian Copaiba


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Synonyms

  • Uvaria viridiflora Splitg. [unknown]
  • Eschweilera simplex Miers [unknown]

Description

Cymbopetalum brasiliense (also called 'Brazilian 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 brasiliense 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 brasiliense is white and star-shaped, with five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cymbopetalum brasiliense 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 brasiliense

Cymbopetalum brasiliense is native to Central Asia.

Cymbopetalum brasiliense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cymbopetalum brasiliense?

Cymbopetalum brasiliense

What is the common name of Cymbopetalum brasiliense?

Brazilian snowberry

What is the native range of Cymbopetalum brasiliense?

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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:72706-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.