Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
cuatrecasasii
ID:
642182

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fuertes

Source:
cmp

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Revista Acad. Colomb. Ci. Exact. 65: 376 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000641514



Common Names

  • Dendrosida cuatrecasasii
  • Cuatrecasasii Dendrosida
  • Cuatrecasasii Dendrosida


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Description

Dendrosida cuatrecasasii (also called 'Cuatrecasas's Dendrosida', among many other common names) is a small, perennial, succulent plant native to South America. It has small, round leaves and grows in rocky, sandy, and clay soils. It is found in dry, open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dendrosida cuatrecasasii is used in traditional medicine, as an ornamental plant, and as a source of food for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dendrosida cuatrecasasii is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Dendrosida cuatrecasasii can be done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods require warm temperatures and bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Dendrosida cuatrecasasii

Dendrosida cuatrecasasii can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Colombia, Venezuela, and Peru.

Dendrosida cuatrecasasii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dendrosida cuatrecasasii?

Dendrosida cuatrecasasii

What is the common name of Dendrosida cuatrecasasii?

Cuatrecasasii

What is the natural habitat of Dendrosida cuatrecasasii?

Tropical forests

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-2761167: Based on the initial data import
Javier Fuertes (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fuertes' in the authors string.