Campsiandra ferruginea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ferruginea
ID:
1236304
Status:
valid
Authors:
Stergios
Source:
tro
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Novon6: 444 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001235642
Common Names
- Campsiandra Ferruginea
- Campsiandra Emonensis
- Campsiandra Gomez-Alvareziana
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Campsiandra ferruginea (also called Rusty Camsiandra, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the tropical regions of South America. It has large, wavy leaves and small, white flowers. It prefers moist soils and is found in wet, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Campsiandra ferruginea is used for its ornamental value in gardens and landscapes. Its leaves are used to make a tea that is believed to have medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Campsiandra ferruginea flower is a white, star-shaped bloom with five petals. The seed is a small, black, bean-like shape. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Campsiandra ferruginea is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m in height. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, the plant requires little maintenance and can tolerate drought conditions.
Where to Find Campsiandra ferruginea
Campsiandra ferruginea is native to Brazil and can be found in the wild in moist and shady areas of the country.
Campsiandra ferruginea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Campsiandra ferruginea?
Campsiandra ferruginea
What is the natural habitat of Campsiandra ferruginea?
Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests
What is the conservation status of Campsiandra ferruginea?
Vulnerable
Species in the Campsiandra genus
Campsiandra laurifolia, Campsiandra angustifolia, Campsiandra comosa, Campsiandra macrocarpa, Campsiandra aymardii, Campsiandra casiquiarensis, Campsiandra chigo-montero, Campsiandra curaara, Campsiandra emonensis, Campsiandra ferruginea, Campsiandra gomez-alvareziana, Campsiandra guayanensis, Campsiandra implexicaulis, Campsiandra nutans, Campsiandra pasibensis, Campsiandra steyermarkiana, Campsiandra taphornii, Campsiandra velutina, Campsiandra wurdackiana, Campsiandra cowaniana, Campsiandra robclarkiana, Campsiandra felipeana,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Basil Stergios: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stergios' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Campsiandra ferruginea Stergios: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.