Corytoplectus capitatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
capitatus
ID:
624179
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hook.) Wiehler
Source:
cmp
Year:
1973
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 27: 313 (1973)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000623511
Common Names
- Corytoplectus Capitatus
- Capitatus Cactus
- Capitatus's Cactus
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- Alloplectus capitatus Hook. [unknown]
- Alloplectus speciosus hort. ex Hook. [unknown]
- Columnea capitata Kuntze [unknown]
- Crantzia capitata Fritsch [unknown]
- Macrochlamys speciosa Decne. [unknown]
Description
Corytoplectus capitatus (also called Capitate Corytoplectus, among many other common names) is a small, succulent shrub with a height of up to 1 m. It is native to Mexico and is found in desert scrub and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Corytoplectus capitatus is an attractive ornamental plant with bright yellow flowers. It is used in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also attractive to bees and butterflies.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Corytoplectus capitatus has yellow flowers with a diameter of 2.5 cm. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single stem with a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Corytoplectus capitatus is a slow-growing, clumping cactus with small, globular stems. It is best grown in full sun and in well-drained, sandy soil. Propagation is by seed or offsets.
Where to Find Corytoplectus capitatus
Corytoplectus capitatus is native to Central and South America, from Mexico to Argentina.
Corytoplectus capitatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Corytoplectus capitatus?
Corytoplectus capitatus
What is the common name of Corytoplectus capitatus?
Capitate Corytoplectus
What type of plant is Corytoplectus capitatus?
It is a type of shrub
Species in the Corytoplectus genus
Corytoplectus capitatus, Corytoplectus congestus, Corytoplectus cutucuensis, Corytoplectus deltoideus, Corytoplectus riceanus, Corytoplectus schlimii, Corytoplectus speciosus, Corytoplectus grandifolius, Corytoplectus longipedunculatus, Corytoplectus purpuratus, Corytoplectus zamorensis, Corytoplectus oaxacensis,
Species in the Gesneriaceae family
Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2739879: Based on the initial data import
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
Hans Wiehler (1930-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wiehler' in the authors string.