Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
orinocense
ID:
809123

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Karst.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
Fl. Columb. 1: 91 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808457



Common Names

  • Caryodendron Orinocense
  • Orinocense Tree
  • Orinocense Caryodendron


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Description

Caryodendron orinocense (also called Orinoco's Caryodendron, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America, found in wet forests and along streams. It has large, bright green leaves and produces yellow flowers with red bracts.

Uses & Benefits

Caryodendron orinocense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Caryodendron orinocense has small, white and yellow flowers, small, black seeds and small seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caryodendron orinocense is a shrub or small tree that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation from cuttings is the most reliable method of propagation. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, bright location until they have rooted.

Where to Find Caryodendron orinocense

Caryophyllus acutangulus is native to Brazil and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Caryodendron orinocense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Caryodendron orinocense?

Caryodendron orinocense

What is the common name of Caryodendron orinocense?

Cacay Tree

What is the natural habitat of Caryodendron orinocense?

Tropical rainforests

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