Cymbopetalum mirabile - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mirabile
ID:
633244
Status:
valid
Authors:
R.E.Fr.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1931
Citation Micro:
Acta Horti Berg. 10: 192 (1931)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000632576
Common Names
- Mirabile Cymbopetalum
- Cymbopetalum mirabile
- Mirabile Cymbopetalum
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Cymbopetalum mirabile (also called 'Miraculous 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 mirabile is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for its culinary and medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cymbopetalum mirabile is white and star-shaped, with five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cymbopetalum mirabile is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be grown in containers. It is best to sow the seeds in early spring, as the plant will not tolerate frost. Once established, it requires little maintenance and can be harvested throughout the summer.
Where to Find Cymbopetalum mirabile
Cymbopetalum mirabile can be found in the Amazon rainforest in Brazil.
Cymbopetalum mirabile FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cymbopetalum mirabile?
Cymbopetalum mirabile
What type of plant is Cymbopetalum mirabile?
Perennial shrub
Where does Cymbopetalum mirabile grow?
It is native to South America.
Species in the Cymbopetalum genus
Cymbopetalum abacophyllum, Cymbopetalum aequale, Cymbopetalum alkekengi, Cymbopetalum baillonii, Cymbopetalum brasiliense, Cymbopetalum coriaceum, Cymbopetalum costaricense, Cymbopetalum euneurum, Cymbopetalum fosteri, Cymbopetalum gracile, Cymbopetalum hintonii, Cymbopetalum lanugipetalum, Cymbopetalum longipes, Cymbopetalum loretoyacuense, Cymbopetalum mayanum, Cymbopetalum mirabile, Cymbopetalum oppositiflorum, Cymbopetalum parviflorum, Cymbopetalum penduliflorum, Cymbopetalum physaloides, Cymbopetalum rugulosum, Cymbopetalum sanchezii, Cymbopetalum schunkei, Cymbopetalum stenophyllum, Cymbopetalum steyermarkii, Cymbopetalum tessmannii, Cymbopetalum torulosum, Cymbopetalum costaricense,
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:73953-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.