Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
cambessedesioides
ID:
158990

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wurdack) A.B.Martins

Source:
ipni

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Brasil. 9(1): 148 (1995): (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000158319



Common Names

  • Cambessedesioides Cambessedesia
  • Cambessedesioides's Cambessedesia
  • Cambessedesioides's Velvet Tree


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Synonyms

  • Pyramia cambessedesioides Wurdack [unknown]

Description

Cambessedesia cambessedesioides (also called Cambessedes' Cambessedesia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Melastomataceae. It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It is found in humid montane forests at elevations of 1,400–2,800 m.

Uses & Benefits

Cambessedesia cambessedesioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping due to its attractive foliage. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as its leaves are believed to have anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Cambessedesia cambessedesioides flower is a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, feathery plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cambessedesia cambessedesioides can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny position in moist, well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. It is best to divide the clumps every 3-4 years to maintain vigor.

Where to Find Cambessedesia cambessedesioides

Cambessedesia cambessedesioides is found in the Mediterranean region, including Portugal, Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.

Cambessedesia cambessedesioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cambessedesia cambessedesioides?

Cambessedesia cambessedesioides

What are the common names of Cambessedesia cambessedesioides?

Cambessedesioid Cambessedesia

What is the natural habitat of Cambessedesia cambessedesioides?

Tropical moist montane forests

Species in the Cambessedesia genus

Species in the Melastomataceae family

Acanthella sprucei, Acanthella pulchra, Acanthella conferta, Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria, Acisanthera pulchella, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera boliviensis, Acisanthera variabilis, Acisanthera uniflora, Acisanthera alsinaefolia, Acisanthera paraguayensis, Acisanthera alata, Acisanthera hedyotoidea, Acisanthera glazioviana, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera ayangannae, Acisanthera divaricata, Adelobotrys ciliatus, Adelobotrys atlanticus, Adelobotrys adscendens, Adelobotrys barbatus, Adelobotrys ciliata, Adelobotrys macrophylla, Adelobotrys praetexta, Adelobotrys tessmannii, Adelobotrys boissieriana, Adelobotrys fuscescens, Adelobotrys macrantha, Adelobotrys rotundifolius, Adelobotrys subsessilis, Adelobotrys jefensis, Adelobotrys linearifolia, Adelobotrys ayangannensis, Adelobotrys scandens,

References

John Julius Wurdack (1921-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wurdack' in the authors string.
Angela Borges Martins (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.B.Martins' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:989713-1: Based on the initial data import