Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
radiata
ID:
825279

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mansf.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 35: 343 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000824613



Common Names

  • Radiata Caucaea
  • Caucaea Radiata
  • Caucaea Radiat


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Description

Caucaea radiata (also called Radiate Caucaea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Begoniaceae, native to tropical regions of South America. It is a shrub-like plant with lobed leaves and small white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Caucaea radiata is an ornamental plant that is used to decorate gardens, balconies, and patios. It is also used medicinally for treating skin ailments, fever, and coughs.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Caucaea radiata is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped leaves with a reddish-purple hue.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caucaea radiata is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. When propagating from seed, sow the seeds in a warm, moist soil and keep the soil moist until germination. When propagating from cuttings, use a sharp knife to take a cutting from a healthy plant and place it in a moist, well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist and provide partial shade until the cutting has rooted.

Where to Find Caucaea radiata

Caucaea radiata is native to Colombia.

Caucaea radiata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Caucaea radiata?

Caucaea radiata

What is the family of Caucaea radiata?

Begoniaceae

What is the common name of Caucaea radiata?

Radiate Begonia

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-36216: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Mansfeld (1901-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mansf.' in the authors string.