Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
cubensis
ID:
1239711

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Rich.) Urb.

Source:
tro

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 22: 366 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001239049



Common Names

  • Purdiaea cubensis
  • Cuban Purdiaea
  • Cuban Tree


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Description

Purdiaea cubensis (also called Cuban Purdiaea, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub that grows up to 3 meters in height. It is native to Cuba and is found in wetland habitats, such as swamps and marshes.

Uses & Benefits

Purdiaea cubensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Purdiaea cubensis var. albosepala Vict.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Purdiaea cubensis are small and white with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Purdiaea cubensis is an evergreen shrub that is native to Cuba. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-10.

Where to Find Purdiaea cubensis

Purdiaea cubensis can be found in Cuba.

Purdiaea cubensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Purdiaea cubensis?

Purdiaea cubensis

What is the common name of Purdiaea cubensis?

Cuban Purdiaea

What is the natural habitat of Purdiaea cubensis?

It is native to Cuba and grows in tropical forests

Species in the Clethraceae family

Clethra formosa, Clethra tuxtlensis, Clethra purpusii, Clethra fragrans, Clethra acuminata, Clethra alcoceri, Clethra alexandri, Clethra alnifolia, Clethra arborea, Clethra arfakana, Clethra barbinervis, Clethra bodinieri, Clethra canescens, Clethra cardenasii, Clethra castaneifolia, Clethra chiapensis, Clethra consimilis, Clethra conzattiana, Clethra crispa, Clethra cubensis, Clethra cuneata, Clethra delavayi, Clethra elongata, Clethra fabri, Clethra fagifolia, Clethra fargesii, Clethra ferruginea, Clethra fimbriata, Clethra galeottiana, Clethra gelida, Clethra guyanensis, Clethra hartwegii, Clethra hendersonii, Clethra hondurensis, Clethra javanica, Clethra kaipoensis, Clethra kebarensis, Clethra licanioides, Clethra longispicata, Clethra luzmariae, Clethra macrophylla, Clethra mexicana, Clethra oaxacana, Clethra obovata, Clethra occidentalis, Clethra oleoides, Clethra ovalifolia, Clethra pachecoana, Clethra pachyphylla, Clethra papuana,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50100836: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' in the authors string.