Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
gracilis
ID:
1254100

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wurdack

Source:
tro

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 49: 152 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001253438



Common Names

  • Cambessedesia gracilis
  • Gracile Cambessedesia
  • Gracile Cambessedesia


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Description

Cambessedesia gracilis (also called Cambessedesia, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to tropical regions of South America. It grows up to 6 meters tall and has long, narrow, light green leaves. It is found in tropical forests, along riverbanks, and in secondary forests.

Uses & Benefits

Cambessedesia gracilis is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, stomach ache, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cambessedesia gracilis has small yellow flowers and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cambessedesia gracilis is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and rooted in a moist potting mix. Once established, it should be grown in full sun and watered regularly.

Where to Find Cambessedesia gracilis

Cambessedesia gracilis is native to Colombia.

Cambessedesia gracilis FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Cambessedesia gracilis?

Cambessedesia gracilis prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

What is the ideal temperature for Cambessedesia gracilis?

Cambessedesia gracilis prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).

What type of soil does Cambessedesia gracilis prefer?

Cambessedesia gracilis prefers well-drained soil.

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