Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Species:
amazonensis
ID:
1409268

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Marques & E.F.Guim.) J.F.B.Pastore

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 42(1): 59. 2017 [1 Mar 2017] [epublished]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001421733



Common Names

  • Caamembeca amazonensis
  • Amazonensis Caamembeca
  • Caamembeca Amazonensis


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Description

Caamembeca amazonensis (also called Amazon Caamembeca, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to western North America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a tall stem with a few small leaves. The flowers are white and have a long, curved lower lip. It grows in dry, open areas such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Caamembeca amazonensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its fronds are also used to make baskets and mats.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Caamembeca amazonensis has white to pink flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caamembeca amazonensis is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Caamembeca amazonensis

Caamembeca amazonensis can be found in the tropical rainforests of the Amazon Basin.

Caamembeca amazonensis FAQ

What are the common names of Caamembeca amazonensis?

Amazonian Caamembeca

What is the growth habit of Caamembeca amazonensis?

It is a perennial herb with a spreading habit.

What is the distribution of Caamembeca amazonensis?

It is native to the Amazon region of South America.

Species in the Polygalaceae family

Acanthocladus brasiliensis, Acanthocladus guayaquilensis, Acanthocladus moyanoi, Acanthocladus scleroxylon, Acanthocladus tehuelchum, Acanthocladus colombianus, Acanthocladus dukei, Acanthocladus pulcherrimus, Acanthocladus santosii, Acanthocladus dichromus, Ancylotropis insignis, Ancylotropis malmeana, Asemeia grandiflora, Asemeia ignatii, Asemeia ilheotica, Asemeia lindmaniana, Asemeia marquesiana, Asemeia martiana, Asemeia monninoides, Asemeia parietaria, Asemeia pohliana, Asemeia rhodoptera, Asemeia glabra, Asemeia hirsuta, Asemeia apopetala, Asemeia echinosperma, Asemeia hondurana, Asemeia securidaca, Asemeia sphaerospora, Asemeia tonsa, Asemeia acuminata, Asemeia extraaxillaris, Asemeia galmeri, Asemeia hebeclada, Asemeia mollis, Asemeia monticola, Asemeia ovata, Asemeia pseudohebeclada, Asemeia tobatiensis, Asemeia violacea, Asemeia floribunda, Atroxima afzeliana, Atroxima liberica, Badiera cubensis, Badiera fuertesii, Badiera oblongata, Badiera penaea, Badiera propinqua, Badiera virgata, Badiera subrhombifolia,

References

Elsie Franklin Guimarães (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.F.Guim.' in the authors string.
Maria do Carmo Mendes Marques (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Marques' in the authors string.
José Floriano Barêa Pastore (b.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.B.Pastore' in the authors string.