Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cubensis
ID:
504951

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.Wilson

Source:
ksu

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 37: 437 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000504283



Common Names

  • Spathelia cubensis
  • Cuban Spathelia
  • Cubensis Spathelia


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Synonyms

  • Spathelia stipitata Urb. [unknown]
  • Spathelia lobulata Urb. [unknown]

Description

Spathelia cubensis (also called Cuban Spathelia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rutaceae family. It is native to Cuba, and it grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Spathelia cubensis is used to treat skin diseases, as a diuretic, and to reduce fever. It is also used to treat digestive disorders, reduce inflammation, and improve circulation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Spathelia cubensis has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum goliathense is a species of bromeliad native to Peru and Bolivia. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. Propagation is done by division of the offsets or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Spathelia cubensis

Spathelia cubensis is native to Cuba and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Spathelia cubensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Spathelia cubensis?

Spathelia cubensis

What is the common name of Spathelia cubensis?

Cuban Spathelia

Where is Spathelia cubensis found?

It is found in Cuba

Species in the Rutaceae family

Acmadenia alternifolia, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia baileyensis, Acmadenia bodkinii, Acmadenia burchellii, Acmadenia candida, Acmadenia densifolia, Acmadenia faucitincta, Acmadenia flaccida, Acmadenia fruticosa, Acmadenia gracilis, Acmadenia heterophylla, Acmadenia kiwanensis, Acmadenia latifolia, Acmadenia laxa, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia macropetala, Acmadenia maculata, Acmadenia matroosbergensis, Acmadenia mundiana, Acmadenia nivea, Acmadenia nivenii, Acmadenia obtusata, Acmadenia patentifolia, Acmadenia rourkeana, Acmadenia rupicola, Acmadenia sheilae, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia tetracarpellata, Acmadenia tetragona, Acmadenia trigona, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia wittebergensis, Acradenia euodiiformis, Acradenia frankliniae, Acronychia richards-beehleri, Acronychia aberrans, Acronychia acidula, Acronychia acronychioides, Acronychia acuminata, Acronychia arfakensis, Acronychia baeuerlenii, Acronychia brassii, Acronychia carrii, Acronychia cartilaginea, Acronychia chooreechillum,

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