Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
weberbaueri
ID:
179202

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Harms) Schery

Source:
ildis

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard.37: 401 (1950)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000178531



Common Names

  • Cyathostegia weberbaueri
  • Weberbauer's Cyathostegia
  • Weberbauer Cyathostegia


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Synonyms

  • Swartzia weberbaueri Harms [valid]

Description

Cyathostegia weberbaueri (also called Weberbauer's Cyathostegia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to tropical regions of South America. It has small, white flowers and grows in moist, sandy soils in open woodlands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Cyathostegia weberbaueri is used as a source of timber, as a source of fuelwood, as a source of fodder, and as a source of medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cyathostegia weberbaueri has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyathostegia weberbaueri is a tropical tree that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed, which should be sown in late spring. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Cyathostegia weberbaueri

Cyathostegia weberbaueri is native to Peru.

Cyathostegia weberbaueri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyathostegia weberbaueri?

Cyathostegia weberbaueri

What is the common name of Cyathostegia weberbaueri?

Weberbauer's cyathostegia

What is the natural habitat of Cyathostegia weberbaueri?

Tropical and subtropical regions

Species in the Cyathostegia genus

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Robert Walter Schery (1917-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schery' in the authors string.
Hermann Harms (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harms' in the authors string.