Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
cubensis
ID:
588991

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
Mem. Amer. Acad. Arts ser. 2, 8: 164. 1861

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000588323



Common Names

  • Carpodiptera cubensis
  • Cuban Carpodiptera
  • Cuban Carpo


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Synonyms

  • Berrya ameliae (Lundell) Kosterm. [unknown]
  • Berrya cubensis (Griseb.) M.Gómez [unknown]
  • Berrya floribunda (Urb.) Kosterm. [unknown]
  • Berrya mariarum (Standl.) Kosterm. [unknown]
  • Carpodiptera ameliae Lundell [unknown]
  • Carpodiptera floribunda Urb. [unknown]
  • Carpodiptera mariarum Standl. [unknown]
  • Carpodiptera mirabilis Bisse [unknown]

Description

Carpodiptera cubensis (also called 'Cuban carpodiptera', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to Cuba and grows in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Carpodiptera cubensis is used as an ornamental plant and for landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Carpodiptera cubensis sub. ophiticola (Bisse) A.Rodr.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Carpodiptera cubensis are small and white, with five petals and a yellow centre. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and spindly.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carpodiptera cubensis is a small shrub that grows in moist, shady places. It prefers well-drained, humus-rich soil and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It can also be grown from cuttings of mature plants.

Where to Find Carpodiptera cubensis

Carpodiptera cubensis is native to Cuba and can be found in coastal areas with sandy soils.

Carpodiptera cubensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carpodiptera cubensis?

Carpodiptera cubensis

What is the common name of Carpodiptera cubensis?

Cuban Carpodiptera

What is the native range of Carpodiptera cubensis?

Cuba

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