Status:
valid
Authors:
(Steph.) Rubas. & D.G. Long
Source:
tro
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
J. Bryol. 33(2): 167 2011
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001042140
Description
Clevea pusilla (also called 'Small Clevea', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plants in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests. It is a shrub with opposite leaves and fragrant, tubular flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Clevea pusilla is used as an ornamental plant and as a food source.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Clevea pusilla is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Clevea pusilla is a small, evergreen shrub with a rounded habit. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny spot and kept moist. Once established, Clevea pusilla requires little maintenance.
Where to Find Clevea pusilla
Clevea pusilla can be found in South America.
Species in the Clevea genus
Species in the Cleveaceae family
Athalamia pulcherrima,
Athalamia dioica,
Athalamia pinguis,
Clevea pusilla,
Clevea hyalina,
Clevea nana,
Clevea pedicellata,
Clevea spathysii,
Peltolepis quadrata,
Sauteria alpina,
Sauteria inflata,
Sauteria spongiosa,
Sauteria chilensis,
Sauteria crassipes,
Sauteria nyikaensis,
Aitchisoniella himalayensis,