Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
gaumeri
ID:
810741

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hemsl.) Lippold

Source:
wcs

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. 91: 53 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000810075



Common Names

  • Cascabela gaumeri
  • Gaumeri
  • Gaumeri Cascabela


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Description

Cascabela gaumeri (also called Gaumer's Cascabela, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is an evergreen shrub, up to 3 m tall. It is native to Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Cascabela gaumeri has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cascabela gaumeri has white, bell-shaped flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with serrated edges.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cascabela gaumeri is a shrub that grows up to 4 meters in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining soil mix. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Cascabela gaumeri

Cascabela gaumeri is native to Mexico.

Cascabela gaumeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cascabela gaumeri?

Cascabela gaumeri

What are the common names of Cascabela gaumeri?

Gaumer's Cascabela

What is the natural habitat of Cascabela gaumeri?

Cascabela gaumeri is native to tropical rainforests in South America

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-34832: Based on the initial data import
William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.
Hans Lippold (1932-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lippold' in the authors string.