Chytranthus cauliflorus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cauliflorus
ID:
604954
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hutch. & Dalziel) Wickens
Source:
cmp
Year:
1970
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 24: 345 (1970)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000604286
Common Names
- Chytranthus Cauliflorus
- Cauliflorus Chytranthus
- Chytranthus
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- Laccodiscus cauliflorus Hutch. & Dalziel [unknown]
- Chytranthus mangenotii N.Hallé & Aké Assi [unknown]
Description
Chytranthus cauliflorus (also called Cauliflorous Chytranthus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropics of Central and South America. It has long, narrow leaves and small white flowers that grow directly from the stem. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests, and is often found in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Chytranthus cauliflorus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chytranthus cauliflorus has a yellow flower with red-tipped petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
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Chytranthus cauliflorus is a low-growing, evergreen, succulent perennial plant. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. To propagate from cuttings, take a cutting from the stem or root and place it in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and the cutting should root within a few weeks.
Where to Find Chytranthus cauliflorus
Chytranthus cauliflorus is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It can be found in Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.
Chytranthus cauliflorus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chytranthus cauliflorus?
Chytranthus cauliflorus
What type of plant is Chytranthus cauliflorus?
Herbaceous perennial
Where does Chytranthus cauliflorus grow?
Native to South America
Species in the Chytranthus genus
Chytranthus angustifolius, Chytranthus atroviolaceus, Chytranthus calophyllus, Chytranthus carneus, Chytranthus cauliflorus, Chytranthus dasystachys, Chytranthus dinklagei, Chytranthus edulis, Chytranthus ellipticus, Chytranthus flavoviridis, Chytranthus gilletii, Chytranthus imenoensis, Chytranthus klaineanus, Chytranthus ledermannii, Chytranthus longibracteatus, Chytranthus macrobotrys, Chytranthus macrophyllus, Chytranthus mannii, Chytranthus micranthus, Chytranthus mortehanii, Chytranthus obliquinervis, Chytranthus prieurianus, Chytranthus punctatus, Chytranthus setosus, Chytranthus sexlocularis, Chytranthus stenophyllus, Chytranthus strigosus, Chytranthus subvilliger, Chytranthus talbotii, Chytranthus verecundus, Chytranthus welwitschii, Chytranthus xanthophyllus,
Species in the Sapindaceae family
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2720468: Based on the initial data import
John Hutchinson (1884-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hutch.' in the authors string.
John McEwan Dalziel (1872-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dalziel' in the authors string.
Gerald Ernest Wickens (b.1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wickens' in the authors string.