Caperonia cubana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cubana
ID:
802002
Status:
valid
Authors:
Pax & K.Hoffm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 147, VI: 36 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000801336
Common Names
- Caperonia Cubana
- Cuban Caperonia
- Caperonia
Searching for Caperonia cubana? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Caperonia cubana (also called Caperonia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the tropical regions of South America. It grows to a height of 1-2 meters and has small, yellow flowers. It is found in tropical forests and other humid habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Caperonia cubana is used for medicinal purposes, such as for treating skin diseases, digestive disorders, and respiratory ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Caperonia cubana is yellow and has a bell-shaped corolla. The seed is small, round and black. The seedling has a long stem and small, oval-shaped leaves.
Searching for Caperonia cubana? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Caperonia cubana is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate moderate frost. It can be pruned to keep it in shape.
Where to Find Caperonia cubana
Caperonia cubana is native to Cuba and is found in the provinces of Camaguey, Ciego de Avila, Granma, Guantanamo, Holguin, Las Tunas, and Santiago de Cuba.
Caperonia cubana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Caperonia cubana?
Caperonia cubana
What is the common name of Caperonia cubana?
Caperonia cubana
What is the family of Caperonia cubana?
Rubiaceae
Species in the Caperonia genus
Caperonia altissima, Caperonia capiibariensis, Caperonia aculeolata, Caperonia angustissima, Caperonia bahiensis, Caperonia buettneriacea, Caperonia castaneifolia, Caperonia castro-barrosiana, Caperonia chiltepecensis, Caperonia corchoroides, Caperonia cordata, Caperonia cubana, Caperonia fistulosa, Caperonia gardneri, Caperonia glabrata, Caperonia heteropetala, Caperonia langsdorffii, Caperonia latifolia, Caperonia latior, Caperonia linearifolia, Caperonia lutea, Caperonia multicostata, Caperonia neglecta, Caperonia palustris, Caperonia paraguayensis, Caperonia regnellii, Caperonia rutenbergii, Caperonia serrata, Caperonia similis, Caperonia stenophylla, Caperonia stuhlmannii, Caperonia subrotunda, Caperonia vellozoana, Caperonia zaponzeta,
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-33973: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand Albin Pax (1858-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pax' in the authors string.
Käthe Hoffmann (b.1883): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Hoffm.' in the authors string.