Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
debilis
ID:
819220

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 24: 447 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000818554

Common Names

  • Siphocodon debilis
  • Debilis Siphocodon
  • Siphocodon Debilis

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Description

Siphocodon debilis (also called Weak Siphocodon, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Cuba. It has an upright habit and grows up to 2 m tall. Its leaves are ovate to lanceolate and its flowers are white and fragrant. It is found in open woodlands and scrubland in its native region.

Uses & Benefits

Siphocodon debilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Siphocodon debilis are white and tubular, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Siphocodon debilis is a shrub that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be cultivated in a wide range of soils, but prefers a slightly acidic soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F).

Where to Find Siphocodon debilis

Siphocodon debilis can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Siphocodon debilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Siphocodon debilis?

Siphocodon debilis

What is the common name of Siphocodon debilis?

Debilis

What is the natural habitat of Siphocodon debilis?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Siphocodon genus

Species in the Campanulaceae family

Adenophora amurica, Adenophora brevidiscifera, Adenophora capillaris, Adenophora changaica, Adenophora coelestis, Adenophora contracta, Adenophora cordifolia, Adenophora divaricata, Adenophora elata, Adenophora fusifolia, Adenophora gmelinii, Adenophora golubinzevaeana, Adenophora grandiflora, Adenophora hatsushimae, Adenophora himalayana, Adenophora hubeiensis, Adenophora izuensis, Adenophora jacutica, Adenophora jasionifolia, Adenophora khasiana, Adenophora lamarkii, Adenophora liliifolia, Adenophora liliifolioides, Adenophora lobophylla, Adenophora longipedicellata, Adenophora maximowicziana, Adenophora micrantha, Adenophora morrisonensis, Adenophora nikoensis, Adenophora ningxianica, Adenophora palustris, Adenophora pereskiifolia, Adenophora petiolata, Adenophora pinifolia, Adenophora polyantha, Adenophora potaninii, Adenophora probatovae, Adenophora remotidens, Adenophora remotiflora, Adenophora rupestris, Adenophora rupincola, Adenophora sinensis, Adenophora stenanthina, Adenophora stenophylla, Adenophora stricta, Adenophora sublata, Adenophora takedai, Adenophora tashiroi, Adenophora taurica, Adenophora trachelioides,

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