Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
delicatula
ID:
630615

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brandegee

Source:
cmp

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Zoe 5: 213 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000629947



Common Names

  • Delicate Cuphea
  • Delicate Cuphea
  • Delicate Cuphea


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Description

Cuphea delicatula (also called Delicate Cuphea, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Mexico. It has small, oval leaves and bright pink flowers with a yellow center. It is typically found in open, sunny areas and is often used as an ornamental shrub in gardens.

Uses & Benefits

Cuphea delicatula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for timber and fuelwood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cuphea delicatula has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and a single seed in each fruit. The seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cuphea delicatula is a shrub that grows up to 2 meters (6 feet) tall. It has bright green, glossy leaves and small, tubular flowers that are usually pink or white. It is native to Mexico and Central America and is hardy in USDA Zones 9-11. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, though cuttings can also be used. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Cuphea delicatula

Cuphea delicatula can be found in Mexico and Guatemala.

Cuphea delicatula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cuphea delicatula?

Cuphea delicatula

What is the common name of Cuphea delicatula?

Delicate Cuphea

What type of plant is Cuphea delicatula?

Evergreen shrub

Species in the Cuphea genus

Cuphea alatosperma, Cuphea anamariae, Cuphea exilis, Cuphea filiformis, Cuphea lucens, Cuphea rupestris, Cuphea acicularis, Cuphea acinifolia, Cuphea acinos, Cuphea adenophylla, Cuphea aequipetala, Cuphea affinitatum, Cuphea alaniana, Cuphea anagalloidea, Cuphea angustifolia, Cuphea anisoclada, Cuphea annulata, Cuphea antisyphilitica, Cuphea aperta, Cuphea appendiculata, Cuphea apurensis, Cuphea aquilana, Cuphea arenarioides, Cuphea aristata, Cuphea armata, Cuphea aspera, Cuphea avigera, Cuphea bahiensis, Cuphea baillonis, Cuphea blackii, Cuphea bolivarensis, Cuphea bombonasae, Cuphea bonplandii, Cuphea brachiata, Cuphea brachyantha, Cuphea brachypoda, Cuphea bracteolosa, Cuphea bustamanta, Cuphea caesariata, Cuphea calaminthifolia, Cuphea calcarata, Cuphea calophylla, Cuphea campestris, Cuphea campylocentra, Cuphea carajasensis, Cuphea cardonae, Cuphea carthagenensis, Cuphea carunculata, Cuphea cataractarum, Cuphea chiribiquetea,

Species in the Lythraceae family

Adenaria floribunda, Ammannia aegyptiaca, Ammannia alternifolia, Ammannia anagalloides, Ammannia aspera, Ammannia auriculata, Ammannia baccifera, Ammannia coccinea, Ammannia cordata, Ammannia crassicaulis, Ammannia crinipes, Ammannia debilis, Ammannia desertorum, Ammannia dodecandra, Ammannia elata, Ammannia gracilis, Ammannia latifolia, Ammannia linearipetala, Ammannia loandensis, Ammannia multiflora, Ammannia myriophylloides, Ammannia nagpurensis, Ammannia octandra, Ammannia passerinoides, Ammannia prieuriana, Ammannia prostrata, Ammannia quadriciliata, Ammannia robusta, Ammannia sarcophylla, Ammannia schaeferi, Ammannia senegalensis, Ammannia triflora, Ammannia uniflora, Ammannia urceolata, Ammannia verticillata, Ammannia wormskioldii, Ammannia calcicola, Ammannia heterophylla, Ammannia pauciramosa, Ammannia pubescens, Ammannia praetermissa, Ammannia andongensis, Ammannia angolensis, Ammannia angustifolia, Ammannia arnhemica, Ammannia aurita, Ammannia baumii, Ammannia bequaertii, Ammannia brevistyla, Ammannia burttii,

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