Campsiandra guayanensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
guayanensis
ID:
1236306
Status:
valid
Authors:
Stergios
Source:
tro
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Novon6: 447 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001235644
Common Names
- Campsiandra Guayanensis
- Campsiandra Implexicaulis
- Campsiandra Nutans
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Campsiandra guayanensis (also called Guayanan 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 guayanensis 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 guayanensis 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 guayanensis 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 guayanensis
Campsiandra guayanensis is native to Venezuela and can be found in the wild in moist and shady areas of the country.
Campsiandra guayanensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Campsiandra guayanensis?
Campsiandra guayanensis
What is the natural habitat of Campsiandra guayanensis?
Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests
What is the conservation status of Campsiandra guayanensis?
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 guayanensis Stergios: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.