Faramea camposiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.M.Taylor
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2020
Citation Micro:
Novon 28(2): 110. 2020
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000022557
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Faramea camposiana (also called Campos' Faramea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to South America and is found in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. It typically grows in wet forests, in open areas, and in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Faramea camposiana has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It has also been used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, rheumatism and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Faramea camposiana has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Faramea camposiana is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 10 feet. It is native to South America and is found in tropical and subtropical regions. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring or summer. The seedlings should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Faramea camposiana
Faramea camposiana can be found in Central and South America, particularly in the countries of Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Faramea camposiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Faramea camposiana?
Faramea camposiana
What is the common name of Faramea camposiana?
Campos' Plant
What is the natural habitat of Faramea camposiana?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Faramea genus
Faramea accumulans, Faramea areolata, Faramea guaramacalensis, Faramea hymenocalyx, Faramea longistipula, Faramea paratiensis, Faramea picinguabae, Faramea zamorensis, Faramea chiapensis, Faramea oaxacensis, Faramea pedunculata, Faramea schunkeana, Faramea melicoccoides, Faramea frondosa, Faramea colombiana, Faramea nocturna, Faramea biflora, Faramea condorica, Faramea bicolor, Faramea atlantica, Faramea ortiziana, Faramea robusta, Faramea acuminatissima, Faramea affinis, Faramea ampla, Faramea amplifolia, Faramea angusta, Faramea anisocalyx, Faramea anisodonta, Faramea apodantha, Faramea aristata, Faramea australis, Faramea axillaris, Faramea axilliflora, Faramea bahiensis, Faramea bangii, Faramea belizensis, Faramea berryi, Faramea blanchetiana, Faramea blechoides, Faramea boomii, Faramea brachyloba, Faramea brachysiphon, Faramea bracteata, Faramea brevipes, Faramea calimana, Faramea calophylla, Faramea calyciflora, Faramea calyptrata, Faramea campanella,
Species in the Rubiaceae family
Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,