Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
cespedisiiformis
ID:
1317084

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.F.Morales

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Darwiniana 50: 108 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329538

Common Names

  • Cespedisiiformis Chromolucuma
  • Chromolucuma cespedisiiformis
  • Chromolucuma cespedisiiformis Chromolucuma

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Description

Chromolucuma cespedisiiformis (also called cespedsiiformis chromolucuma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Sapotaceae. It is a small tree with oblong-lanceolate leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Central and South America, where it is found growing in montane forests and cloud forests at elevations of 500–2,000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Chromolucuma cespedisiiformis is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chromolucuma cespedisiiformis has white, tubular flowers with a yellow throat. The seed is a small, black, round nutlet. The seedlings have two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chromolucuma cespedisiiformis is a shrub that grows in moist, shady forests. It is native to South America and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early fall and rooted in a sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Chromolucuma cespedisiiformis

Chromolucuma cespedisiiformis is native to Ecuador.

Chromolucuma cespedisiiformis FAQ

What is the common name of Chromolucuma cespedisiiformis?

Cespedes' Chromolucuma

What type of soil is best for Chromolucuma cespedisiiformis?

Well-draining, sandy soil

What is the ideal temperature range for Chromolucuma cespedisiiformis?

50-70°F (10-21°C)

Species in the Sapotaceae family

Afrosersalisia rwandensis, Amorphospermum antilogum, Argania spinosa, Aubregrinia taiensis, Aulandra beccarii, Aulandra cauliflora, Aulandra longifolia, Autranella congolensis, Baillonella toxisperma, Beccariella balansana, Beccariella crebrifolia, Beccariella lasiantha, Beccariella novocaledonica, Beccariella xerocarpa, Beccariella brownlessiana, Boerlagella spectabilis, Breviea sericea, Burckella banikiensis, Burckella erythrophylla, Burckella fijiensis, Burckella hillii, Burckella macropoda, Burckella magusum, Burckella obovata, Burckella parvifolia, Burckella polymera, Burckella poolei, Burckella richii, Burckella sorei, Burckella thurstonii, Capurodendron androyense, Capurodendron ankaranense, Capurodendron antongiliense, Capurodendron apollonioides, Capurodendron bakeri, Capurodendron costatum, Capurodendron delphinense, Capurodendron gracilifolium, Capurodendron greveanum, Capurodendron ludiifolium, Capurodendron madagascariense, Capurodendron mandrarense, Capurodendron microphyllum, Capurodendron nodosum, Capurodendron perrieri, Capurodendron pervillei, Capurodendron pseudoterminalia, Capurodendron rubrocostatum, Capurodendron rufescens, Capurodendron sakalavum,

References

Juan Francisco Morales Quirós (b.1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.Morales' in the authors string.