Cochlospermum wrightii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wrightii
ID:
1412268
Status:
valid
Authors:
(A.Gray) Byng & Christenh.
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 0.2625. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424733
Common Names
- Wrightii Cochlospermum
- Wrightii False-Lily
- Wrightii Star-Grass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cochlospermum wrightii (also called Wright's Cochlospermum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has small, white flowers and grows in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Cochlospermum wrightii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also known for its medicinal properties, as it can help treat various skin conditions.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cochlospermum wrightii has yellow flowers with a red centre, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cochlospermum wrightii can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Water regularly and fertilize in the spring.
Where to Find Cochlospermum wrightii
Cochlospermum wrightii can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Cochlospermum wrightii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cochlospermum wrightii?
Cochlospermum wrightii
What type of plant is Cochlospermum wrightii?
Cochlospermum wrightii is a shrub
What is the natural habitat of Cochlospermum wrightii?
Cochlospermum wrightii is found in tropical and subtropical regions
Species in the Cochlospermum genus
Cochlospermum noldei, Cochlospermum angolense, Cochlospermum fraseri, Cochlospermum gillivraei, Cochlospermum intermedium, Cochlospermum orinocense, Cochlospermum planchonii, Cochlospermum regium, Cochlospermum religiosum, Cochlospermum tetraporum, Cochlospermum tinctorium, Cochlospermum vitifolium, Cochlospermum wittei, Cochlospermum macnamarae, Cochlospermum arafuricum, Cochlospermum wrightii, Cochlospermum gonzalezii, Cochlospermum palmatifidum, Cochlospermum malvifolium,
Species in the Bixaceae family
Bixa arborea, Bixa excelsa, Bixa orellana, Bixa platycarpa, Bixa urucurana, Cochlospermum noldei, Cochlospermum angolense, Cochlospermum fraseri, Cochlospermum gillivraei, Cochlospermum intermedium, Cochlospermum orinocense, Cochlospermum planchonii, Cochlospermum regium, Cochlospermum religiosum, Cochlospermum tetraporum, Cochlospermum tinctorium, Cochlospermum vitifolium, Cochlospermum wittei, Cochlospermum macnamarae, Cochlospermum arafuricum, Cochlospermum wrightii, Cochlospermum gonzalezii, Cochlospermum palmatifidum, Cochlospermum malvifolium, Diegodendron humbertii,
References
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.
James W. Byng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Byng' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77184208-1: Based on the initial data import