Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
speciosa
ID:
166288

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Loisel.) DC.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Mém. Légum.: 245 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165617



Common Names

  • Showy Cologania
  • Showy Collaea
  • Showy Butterfly Pea


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Synonyms

  • Galactia speciosa (Loisel.) Britton [valid]
  • Cytisus speciosus Loisel. [valid]
  • Collaea velutina Benth. [valid]
  • Odonia speciosa (Loisel.) Spreng. [valid]
  • Galactia speciosa argentina Hassl. [valid]
  • Galactia speciosa paraguariensis Hassl. [valid]
  • Collaea paraguariensis (Hassl.) R.C.García [valid]
  • Galactia speciosa acutisepala Hassl. [valid]
  • Lotus americanus Vell. [unknown]
  • Lotus coccineus Vell. [unknown]
  • Lotus erectus Vell. [illegitimate]

Description

Collaea speciosa (also called Showy Collaea, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Central and South America. It has small, white flowers and grows in tropical and subtropical forests. It is often found in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and abandoned fields.

Uses & Benefits

Collaea speciosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Collaea speciosa has small, white, star-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Collaea speciosa is a tropical perennial plant native to Central and South America. It is easy to grow and propagate, and can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings can be taken from the stem or root and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods will require regular watering and fertilizing to ensure healthy growth.

Where to Find Collaea speciosa

Collaea speciosa is native to the tropical regions of South America. It can be found in the Amazon rainforest, in the Andes Mountains, and in the coastal regions of Brazil.

Collaea speciosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Collaea speciosa?

Collaea speciosa

What is the common name of Collaea speciosa?

Showy Collaea

Where is Collaea speciosa native to?

South America

Species in the Fabaceae family