Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
chiltepecensis
ID:
801949

Status:
valid

Authors:
Croizat

Source:
wcs

Year:
1943

Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci. 33: 15 (1943)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000801283



Common Names

  • Caperonia chiltepecensis
  • Chiltepec Caperonia
  • Chiltepec Waterlily


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Description

Caperonia chiltepecensis (also called Chiltepec Caperonia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8 m in height. It has a rounded crown and its leaves are simple, opposite, and oblong-lanceolate. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist forests, woodlands, and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Caperonia chiltepecensis is a medicinal plant used to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Caperonia chiltepecensis has white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caperonia chiltepecensis is a perennial, evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 m in height. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It prefers full sun or partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and should be rooted in a mixture of peat and sand.

Where to Find Caperonia chiltepecensis

Caperonia chiltepecensis is native to Mexico and can be found in the tropical dry forests of the Chiltepec region.

Caperonia chiltepecensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Caperonia chiltepecensis?

Caperonia chiltepecensis

What is the common name of Caperonia chiltepecensis?

Chiltepecensis Caperonia

What is the natural habitat of Caperonia chiltepecensis?

Tropical rainforests of Mexico

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-33968: Based on the initial data import
Léon Croizat (1894-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Croizat' in the authors string.