Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
vitis-idaea
ID:
1318016

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bisse

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Espermat. Cuba Invent. Prelim. : XII (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330470



Common Names

  • Calycolpus vitis-idaea
  • Vitis-idaea Calycolpus
  • Vitis-idaea Honeysuckle


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Description

Calycolpus vitis-idaea (also called 'Vitis-idaea Calycolpus', among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Central and South America. It is a small, evergreen shrub with long, thin stems and small, green leaves. It is found in humid, tropical forests, often growing in shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Calycolpus vitis-idaea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a potted plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calycolpus vitis-idaea has white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet fragrance. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calycolpus vitis-idaea can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring or autumn, and division should be done in the spring. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Calycolpus vitis-idaea

Calycolpus vitis-idaea can be found in the coastal areas of Chile.

Calycolpus vitis-idaea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calycolpus vitis-idaea?

Calycolpus vitis-idaea

What type of plant is Calycolpus vitis-idaea?

Shrub

Where is Calycolpus vitis-idaea native to?

Central and South America

Species in the Myrtaceae family

Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,

References

Johannes Bisse (1935-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bisse' in the authors string.