Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
arborea
ID:
591934

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Willd.) K.Schum.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1886

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 12(3): 237 (1886)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000591266



Common Names

  • Arboreal Cavanillesia
  • Arboreal Cavanillesia
  • Arboreal Cavanillesia


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Synonyms

  • Cavanillesia tuberculata (Mart. & Zucc.) Kostel. [unknown]
  • Pourretia arborea Willd. [unknown]

Description

Cavanillesia arborea (also called Arboreal Cavanillesia, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in tropical areas of South and Southeast Asia. It is an epiphytic orchid with long, thin, arching leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in humid, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cavanillesia arborea is used for its ornamental value in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating rheumatism, neuralgia, and sciatica.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Cavanillesia arborea has small, white flowers with five petals and a long, thin stem. Seed: The seed of Cavanillesia arborea is a small, black, round seed. Seedlings: The seedlings of Cavanillesia arborea are thin and delicate with small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cavanillesia arborea is a hardy perennial plant that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or division. Divide the plant in early spring or late fall. Plant the divisions in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Water the plants regularly and fertilize them in the spring.

Where to Find Cavanillesia arborea

Cavanillesia arborea can be found in Central and South America.

Cavanillesia arborea FAQ

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What are the uses of Cavanillesia arborea?

It is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2706132: Based on the initial data import
Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.