Status:
valid
Authors:
Wurdack in R.E.Schult.
Source:
tro
Year:
1958
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 18: 160 (1958)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001279889
Common Names
- Centronia vaupesana
- Vaupes Centronia
- Vaupes Tree
Description
Centronia vaupesana (also called Centronia vaupesana, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with white flowers and dark green leaves. It is native to Colombia and is found in humid forests.
Uses & Benefits
Centronia vaupesana is used as an ornamental plant and is grown for its attractive foliage and white flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Centronia vaupesana has white flowers with yellow centers, small, round, black seeds, and seedlings with small, ovate leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Centronia vaupesana is a perennial herb that is easy to propagate from cuttings. It can be grown in a variety of soils, but prefers well-drained, sandy soils. It is best grown in full sun, but can tolerate partial shade. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.
Where to Find Centronia vaupesana
Centronia vaupesana can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Centronia vaupesana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Centronia vaupesana?
Centronia vaupesana
What is the natural habitat of Centronia vaupesana?
Tropical forests of South America
What is the flower color of Centronia vaupesana?
White or yellowish
Species in the Centronia genus
Species in the Melastomataceae family
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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,