Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Species:
lanugipetalum
ID:
633235

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schery

Source:
cmp

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 28: 427 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000632567



Common Names

  • Lanugipetalum Cymbopetalum
  • Cymbopetalum Lanugipetalum
  • Lanugipetalum Cymbopetalum


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Description

Cymbopetalum lanugipetalum (also called 'Lanugipetalum 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 lanugipetalum 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 lanugipetalum 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 lanugipetalum can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Cymbopetalum lanugipetalum

Cymbopetalum lanugipetalum is native to Central Asia.

Cymbopetalum lanugipetalum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cymbopetalum lanugipetalum?

Cymbopetalum lanugipetalum

What are the common names of Cymbopetalum lanugipetalum?

Woolly-petaled cholla, Woolly-petaled pencil cholla

Where is Cymbopetalum lanugipetalum native to?

Southwestern United States and northern Mexico

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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