Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
castellana
ID:
668562

Status:
valid

Authors:
Coincy

Source:
cmp

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Morot) 12: 3 (1898)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000667894



Common Names

  • Endressia castellana
  • Castellana Endressia
  • Castellana Threadwort


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Description

Endressia castellana (also called Castellana Endressia, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Primulaceae family. It is found in the Amazonian region of Peru and Ecuador, and grows in tropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Endressia castellana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating digestive problems, fever, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Endressia castellana is small and yellow, with six petals. The seed is a small, black, oblong shape. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Endressia castellana is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has glossy, dark green leaves and produces small white flowers. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 25°F (-4°C). It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Endressia castellana

Endressia castellana can be found in India, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Endressia castellana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Endressia castellana?

Endressia castellana

What is the family of Endressia castellana?

Poaceae

What is the common name of Endressia castellana?

Grass

Species in the Endressia genus

Species in the Apiaceae family

Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,

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