Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
crassistipula
ID:
693369

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.E.Berry

Source:
cmp

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 69: 181 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000692702



Common Names

  • Fuchsia crassistipula
  • Thick-Stemmed Fuchsia
  • Thick-Stemmed Fuchsia


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Description

Fuchsia crassistipula (also called 'Crassistipula Fuchsia', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, montane forests, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Fuchsia crassistipula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Fuchsia crassistipula is a small, tubular shape with five petals. The petals are usually pink or purple in color. The seed of Fuchsia crassistipula is small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with small leaves and stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Fuchsia crassistipula is a shrub that can grow up to 3 m tall. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light. The cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Fuchsia crassistipula

Fuchsia crassistipula is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be found in moist, shady areas in forests and along streams.

Fuchsia crassistipula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Fuchsia crassistipula?

Fuchsia crassistipula

What is the common name of Fuchsia crassistipula?

Crassistipula Fuchsia

What is the family of Fuchsia crassistipula?

Onagraceae

Species in the Fuchsia genus

Fuchsia aquaviridis, Fuchsia abrupta, Fuchsia alpestris, Fuchsia ampliata, Fuchsia andrei, Fuchsia apetala, Fuchsia arborescens, Fuchsia austromontana, Fuchsia ayavacensis, Fuchsia bacillaris, Fuchsia boliviana, Fuchsia bracelinae, Fuchsia brevilobis, Fuchsia campii, Fuchsia campos-portoi, Fuchsia canescens, Fuchsia caucana, Fuchsia ceracea, Fuchsia cestroides, Fuchsia chloroloba, Fuchsia cinerea, Fuchsia coccinea, Fuchsia cochabambana, Fuchsia colensoi, Fuchsia confertifolia, Fuchsia coracifolia, Fuchsia corollata, Fuchsia corymbiflora, Fuchsia crassistipula, Fuchsia cuatrecasasii, Fuchsia cyrtandroides, Fuchsia decidua, Fuchsia decussata, Fuchsia denticulata, Fuchsia dependens, Fuchsia encliandra, Fuchsia excorticata, Fuchsia experscandens, Fuchsia ferreyrae, Fuchsia fontinalis, Fuchsia fulgens, Fuchsia furfuracea, Fuchsia garleppiana, Fuchsia gehrigeri, Fuchsia glaberrima, Fuchsia glazioviana, Fuchsia harlingii, Fuchsia hartwegii, Fuchsia hatschbachii, Fuchsia hirtella,

Species in the Onagraceae family

Camissonia bolanderi, Camissonia dominguez-escalantorum, Camissonia bairdii, Camissonia benitensis, Camissonia breviflora, Camissonia campestris, Camissonia contorta, Camissonia dentata, Camissonia integrifolia, Camissonia kernensis, Camissonia lacustris, Camissonia ovata, Camissonia parvula, Camissonia pubens, Camissonia pusilla, Camissonia sierrae, Camissonia strigulosa, Camissonia subacaulis, Camissonia tanacetifolia, Camissonia contorta, Camissoniopsis bistorta, Camissoniopsis cheiranthifolia, Camissoniopsis confusa, Camissoniopsis guadalupensis, Camissoniopsis hardhamiae, Camissoniopsis hirtella, Camissoniopsis ignota, Camissoniopsis intermedia, Camissoniopsis lewisii, Camissoniopsis luciae, Camissoniopsis micrantha, Camissoniopsis pallida, Camissoniopsis proavita, Camissoniopsis robusta, Chylismia atwoodii, Chylismia confertiflora, Chylismia eastwoodiae, Chylismia exilis, Chylismia megalantha, Chylismia munzii, Chylismia specicola, Chylismia arenaria, Chylismia brevipes, Chylismia cardiophylla, Chylismia claviformis, Chylismia heterochroma, Chylismia parryi, Chylismia scapoidea, Chylismia walkeri, Chylismiella pterosperma,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2814874: Based on the initial data import
Paul Edward Berry (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.E.Berry' in the authors string.