Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
bahiensis
ID:
801845

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1874

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 11(2): 325 (1874)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000801179



Common Names

  • Caperonia bahiensis
  • Bahia Caperonia
  • Bahia Waterlily


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Description

Caperonia bahiensis (also called Bahia Caperonia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Central America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces orange flowers. It is found in moist habitats, such as meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Caperonia bahiensis is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomach problems. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and for its fragrant aroma.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Caperonia bahiensis is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caperonia bahiensis is a tropical plant native to Central and South America. It is a perennial herb that grows up to 1.5m in height and has large, bright green leaves. It is best grown in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by division of the rootstock or by cuttings. It is also possible to propagate from seed, although this is not as reliable.

Where to Find Caperonia bahiensis

Caperonia bahiensis is native to Brazil and can be found in the Atlantic Forest biome.

Caperonia bahiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Caperonia bahiensis?

Caperonia bahiensis

What is the common name of Caperonia bahiensis?

Bahia Caperonia

What is the natural habitat of Caperonia bahiensis?

Tropical rainforests of Brazil

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References