Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Species:
schunkei
ID:
633256

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.A.Murray

Source:
cmp

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. Monogr. 40: 85 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000632588



Common Names

  • Schunkei Cymbopetalum
  • Cymbopetalum schunkei
  • Schunkei Cymbopetalum


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Description

Cymbopetalum schunkei (also called Schunke's cymbopetalum, among many other common names) is a species of plant native to tropical America. It is a low-growing, sprawling shrub with thin stems that can reach up to 16 feet (4.8 m) in length. It is found in moist, shady, forested areas, often in association with other tropical plants.

Uses & Benefits

Cymbopetalum schunkei is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cymbopetalum schunkei is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, slender stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cymbopetalum schunkei is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is native to Ecuador and Colombia. It is a perennial herb with thick, fleshy stems and leaves. The plant is propagated by seeds or cuttings. It prefers a warm, moist environment and does well in partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Cymbopetalum schunkei

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

Cymbopetalum schunkei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cymbopetalum schunkei?

Cymbopetalum schunkei

What are the common names of Cymbopetalum schunkei?

Schunke's cymbopetalum

What is the native range of Cymbopetalum schunkei?

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:975799-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.