Status:
valid
Authors:
Al-Shehbaz
Source:
tro
Year:
1990
Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 71: 239 (1990)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001246374
Common Names
- Weberbauera cymosa
- Cymosa Weberbauera
- Weberbauera Cymosa
Description
Weberbauera cymosa (also called 'Cymose Weberbauera', among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to South America. It has oval leaves and small white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, in scrub and woodland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Weberbauera cymosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are edible and can be used in salads. It is also known to have medicinal properties, such as anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal effects.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Weberbauera cymosa has yellow flowers with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and dark green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Weberbauera cymosa is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to South America and prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist soil mix.
Where to Find Weberbauera cymosa
Weberbauera cymosa is native to the Andes Mountains of Peru and Bolivia.
Weberbauera cymosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Weberbauera cymosa?
Weberbauera cymosa
What is the common name of Weberbauera cymosa?
Cymose Weberbauera
Where is Weberbauera cymosa native to?
South America
Species in the Weberbauera genus
Weberbauera stenophylla,
Weberbauera chillanensis,
Weberbauera colchaguensis,
Weberbauera arequipa,
Weberbauera mendocina,
Weberbauera spathulifolia,
Weberbauera bracteata,
Weberbauera trichocarpa,
Weberbauera minutipila,
Weberbauera smithii,
Weberbauera herzogii,
Weberbauera perforata,
Weberbauera densifolia,
Weberbauera imbricatifolia,
Weberbauera cymosa,
Weberbauera retropila,
Weberbauera lagunae,
Weberbauera suffruticosa,
Weberbauera dillonii,
Weberbauera peruviana,
Weberbauera scabrifolia,
Weberbauera violacea,
Weberbauera rosulans,
Weberbauera ayacuchoensis,
Species in the Brassicaceae family
Abdra brachycarpa,
Abdra aprica,
Acuston perenne,
Aethionema rhodopaeum,
Aethionema alanyae,
Aethionema arabicum,
Aethionema armenum,
Aethionema capitatum,
Aethionema carlsbergii,
Aethionema carneum,
Aethionema cephalanthum,
Aethionema cordatum,
Aethionema coridifolium,
Aethionema demirizii,
Aethionema diastrophis,
Aethionema dumanii,
Aethionema edentulum,
Aethionema eunomioides,
Aethionema fimbriatum,
Aethionema froedinii,
Aethionema gileadense,
Aethionema glaucinum,
Aethionema grandiflorum,
Aethionema heterocarpum,
Aethionema heterophyllum,
Aethionema huber-morathii,
Aethionema karamanicum,
Aethionema lepidioides,
Aethionema levandowskyi,
Aethionema lycium,
Aethionema marashicum,
Aethionema membranaceum,
Aethionema munzurense,
Aethionema orbiculatum,
Aethionema papillosum,
Aethionema retsina,
Aethionema saxatile,
Aethionema schistosum,
Aethionema semnanensis,
Aethionema speciosum,
Aethionema spicatum,
Aethionema stylosum,
Aethionema subulatum,
Aethionema syriacum,
Aethionema thesiifolium,
Aethionema thomasianum,
Aethionema transhyrcanum,
Aethionema turcicum,
Aethionema umbellatum,
Aethionema virgatum,