Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Species:
loretoyacuense
ID:
633240

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.A.Murray

Source:
cmp

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. Monogr. 40: 66 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000632572



Common Names

  • Loretoyacuense Cymbopetalum
  • Cymbopetalum loretoyacuense
  • Loretoyacuense Cymbopetalum


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Description

Cymbopetalum loretoyacuense (also called 'Loretoyacuense 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 loretoyacuense 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 loretoyacuense 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 loretoyacuense 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 loretoyacuense

Cymbopetalum loretoyacuense can be found in the Amazon rainforest in Peru.

Cymbopetalum loretoyacuense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cymbopetalum loretoyacuense?

Cymbopetalum loretoyacuense

What type of plant is Cymbopetalum loretoyacuense?

Perennial shrub

Where does Cymbopetalum loretoyacuense grow?

It is native to South America.

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

Nancy A. Murray (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.A.Murray' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:975790-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.