Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
serrana
ID:
1305709

Status:
valid

Authors:
Grings

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 178: 43 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318163





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Description

Calyculogygas serrana (also called 'Cacao de Monte', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Central and South America. It has a single trunk and its leaves are alternate, simple, and elliptic. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests and in open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Calyculogygas serrana has been used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating fever, colds, and headaches. It has also been used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calyculogygas serrana has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calyculogygas serrana is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -4°C (25°F). Prune to shape in late winter or early spring.

Where to Find Calyculogygas serrana

Calyculogygas serrana is native to the Atlantic Forest in Brazil. It can be found in the states of Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, and Paraná.

Calyculogygas serrana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calyculogygas serrana?

Calyculogygas serrana

What is the family of Calyculogygas serrana?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Calyculogygas serrana?

Serrano Calyculogygas

Species in the Calyculogygas genus

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

Martin Grings: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Grings' in the authors string.