Status:
valid
Authors:
G.E.Schatz
Source:
cmp
Year:
1985
Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 72: 535 (1985)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000632594
Common Names
- Torulosum Cymbopetalum
- Cymbopetalum torulosum
- Torulosum Cymbopetalum
Description
Cymbopetalum torulosum (also called twisted-leaf 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 22 feet (6.6 m) in length. It is found in moist, shady, forested areas, often in association with other tropical plants.
Uses & Benefits
Cymbopetalum torulosum 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 torulosum 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cymbopetalum torulosum 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 torulosum
Cymbopetalum torulosum is native to tropical West Africa, and can be found in rainforests and swamps.
Cymbopetalum torulosum FAQ
What is the growth rate of Cymbopetalum torulosum?
Cymbopetalum torulosum is a slow-growing plant.
What soil type is best for Cymbopetalum torulosum?
Cymbopetalum torulosum prefers well-drained, sandy soil.
How much sunlight does Cymbopetalum torulosum need?
Cymbopetalum torulosum prefers partial shade.
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,