Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
capixaba
ID:
1306407

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lombardi

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 181: 54 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318861



Common Names

  • Keraunea capixaba
  • Capixaba Keraunea
  • Capixaba Climbing Plant


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Description

Keraunea capixaba (also called Capixaba Keraunea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a woody stem. It is native to Brazil, and is found in open areas, such as fields, roadsides, and disturbed areas. It has small, white, star-shaped flowers and small, oval-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Keraunea capixaba is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Keraunea capixaba are small, white and have five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Keraunea capixaba is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in a potting mix that is moist and well-draining.

Where to Find Keraunea capixaba

Keraunea capixaba can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

Keraunea capixaba FAQ

What is the scientific name of Keraunea capixaba?

Keraunea capixaba

What is the common name of Keraunea capixaba?

Capixaba Keraunea

What is the natural habitat of Keraunea capixaba?

It is native to Brazil and can be found in dry forests and savannas

Species in the Keraunea genus

Species in the Convolvulaceae family

Aniseia harmandii, Aniseia martinicensis, Aniseia argentina, Aniseia luxurians, Argyreia adpressa, Argyreia apoensis, Argyreia arakuensis, Argyreia atropurpurea, Argyreia barbata, Argyreia barbigera, Argyreia barnesii, Argyreia bifrons, Argyreia boholensis, Argyreia boseana, Argyreia bracteosa, Argyreia breviscapa, Argyreia caudata, Argyreia celebica, Argyreia cinerea, Argyreia coacta, Argyreia confusa, Argyreia congesta, Argyreia coonoorensis, Argyreia corneri, Argyreia crispa, Argyreia cucullata, Argyreia cymosa, Argyreia daltonii, Argyreia discolor, Argyreia elliptica, Argyreia erinacea, Argyreia fulgens, Argyreia glabra, Argyreia hancorniifolia, Argyreia hirsutissima, Argyreia hookeri, Argyreia involucrata, Argyreia kerrii, Argyreia kleiniana, Argyreia kunstleri, Argyreia kurzii, Argyreia lamii, Argyreia lanceolata, Argyreia laotica, Argyreia lawii, Argyreia leschenaultii, Argyreia linggaensis, Argyreia longifolia, Argyreia luzonensis, Argyreia maingayi,

References

Julio Antonio Lombardi (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lombardi' in the authors string.