Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
crucitasensis
ID:
1328368

Status:
valid

Authors:
Y.Guillén & G.Vargas

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Phytoneuron 2014-99: 1 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340822



Common Names

  • Voyria crucitasensis
  • Crucitas Voyria
  • Voyria of Crucitas


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Description

Voyria crucitasensis (also called Voyria crucitasensis, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to tropical America. It has a fibrous root system and its leaves are linear-lanceolate. It is found in moist grasslands, open woodlands, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Voyria crucitasensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Voyria crucitasensis is white, with 5 petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and green, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Voyria crucitasensis is an evergreen shrub native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. The plant should be watered regularly, but the soil should be allowed to dry out between waterings. Propagation can be done by division or by seed. Division should be done when the plant is actively growing, and the divisions should be planted in a well-draining medium.

Where to Find Voyria crucitasensis

Voyria crucitasensis is native to the tropical forests of Colombia. It can be found in the departments of Antioquia, Chocó, Córdoba, and Valle del Cauca.

Voyria crucitasensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Voyria crucitasensis?

Voyria crucitasensis

What type of plant is Voyria crucitasensis?

It is a species of shrub

Where is Voyria crucitasensis found?

It is found in the tropical rainforests of Costa Rica

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

References

Yashín Guillén Rodríguez: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.Guillén' in the authors string.
Gustavo Vargas Rojas: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Vargas' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77143258-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.