Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Species:
martinellii
ID:
1320465

Status:
valid

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

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 67: 439 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332919



Common Names

  • Caamembeca martinellii
  • Martinellii Caamembeca
  • Martinellii's Caamembeca


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Description

Caamembeca martinellii (also called Martinell's Caamembeca, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers and two-lobed leaves. It is native to Mexico and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Caamembeca martinellii is a species of plant in the Melastomataceae family. It is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and abdominal pain. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Caamembeca martinellii var. carnosa (Marques & E.F.Guim.) J.F.B.Pastore

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Caamembeca martinellii has small, white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small, black and round. Seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caamembeca martinellii is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that grows up to 8 inches (20 cm) tall. It is hardy in USDA zones 9-11 and prefers full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep them moist. Cuttings can be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root in a few weeks.

Where to Find Caamembeca martinellii

Caamembeca martinellii is found in the south-east of Brazil.

Caamembeca martinellii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Caamembeca martinellii?

Caamembeca martinellii

What is the common name of Caamembeca martinellii?

Martinell's Caamembeca

What is the natural habitat of Caamembeca martinellii?

Caamembeca martinellii is native to India and is found in moist, shady areas.

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.