Cantinoa americana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Aubl.) Harley & J.F.B.Pastore
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 58: 9 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333521
Common Names
- Cantinoa
- Americana
- Tropical Daisy
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cantinoa americana (also called American Cantinoa, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the rose family. It is native to South America and is found in tropical forests. It is a small, evergreen shrub with white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Cantinoa americana is used as an ornamental plant and has medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cantinoa americana is a single, bright blue bloom with a long, slender stem. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a deep green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cantinoa americana is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist soil mix.
Where to Find Cantinoa americana
Cantinoa americana is native to Mexico. It is found in moist deciduous and evergreen forests at elevations of 300-1800 m.
Cantinoa americana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cantinoa americana?
Cantinoa americana
What is the common name of Cantinoa americana?
Cantinoa americana
Where is Cantinoa americana native to?
United States
Species in the Cantinoa genus
Cantinoa indivisa, Cantinoa macrotera, Cantinoa multiseta, Cantinoa muricata, Cantinoa nanuzae, Cantinoa plectranthoides, Cantinoa propinqua, Cantinoa racemulosa, Cantinoa rubicunda, Cantinoa similis, Cantinoa subrotunda, Cantinoa villicaulis, Cantinoa violacea, Cantinoa dubia, Cantinoa erythrostachys, Cantinoa heterodon, Cantinoa impar, Cantinoa americana, Cantinoa althaeifolia, Cantinoa carpinifolia, Cantinoa colombiana, Cantinoa duplicatodentata, Cantinoa mutabilis, Cantinoa obvallata, Cantinoa pinetorum, Cantinoa stricta,
Species in the Lamiaceae family
Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,
References
Jean Baptiste Christophore Fusée Aublet (1723-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aubl.' in the authors string.
Raymond Mervyn Harley (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harley' in the authors string.
José Floriano Barêa Pastore (b.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.B.Pastore' in the authors string.
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