Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Genus:
Species:
cuspidata
ID:
497722

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Tul.) A.DC.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 16(2): 655 (1868)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000497054



Common Names

  • Cuspidata Siparuna
  • Cuspidata Siparuna
  • Cuspidata Siparuna


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Synonyms

  • Siparuna crassiflora Perkins [unknown]
  • Citrosma cuspidata Tul. [unknown]
  • Siparuna argyrochrysea Perkins [unknown]
  • Siparuna lepidiflora Perkins [unknown]
  • Siparuna ucayaliensis Perkins [unknown]

Description

Siparuna cuspidata (also called Cuspid Siparuna, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree which grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical rainforests and open woodlands. It has large, oval leaves and produces white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Siparuna cuspidata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and as a source of food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Siparuna cuspidata is a small, white, tubular flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, round, and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Siparuna cuspidata is a perennial evergreen plant that can be propagated by division or from seed. It prefers a warm, sunny location with well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer. It can also be grown in containers.

Where to Find Siparuna cuspidata

Siparuna cuspidata can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including South America, Africa, India, and Southeast Asia.

Siparuna cuspidata FAQ

What are the common names for Siparuna cuspidata?

Cuspidate siparuna

What is the habitat of Siparuna cuspidata?

It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

What is the flower color of Siparuna cuspidata?

The flowers are yellow.

Species in the Siparuna genus

Siparuna bifida, Siparuna aspera, Siparuna cristata, Siparuna cuspidata, Siparuna decipiens, Siparuna gesnerioides, Siparuna guianensis, Siparuna grandiflora, Siparuna obstipa, Siparuna thecaphora, Siparuna sessiliflora, Siparuna reginae, Siparuna stellulata, Siparuna ficoides, Siparuna auriculata, Siparuna brasiliensis, Siparuna cervicornis, Siparuna cuzcoana, Siparuna echinata, Siparuna eggersii, Siparuna laurifolia, Siparuna lepidota, Siparuna macrotepala, Siparuna muricata, Siparuna mutisii, Siparuna ovalis, Siparuna pauciflora, Siparuna petiolaris, Siparuna poeppigii, Siparuna subinodora, Siparuna tomentosa, Siparuna calignosa, Siparuna pachyantha, Siparuna pilosolepidota, Siparuna schimpffii, Siparuna croatii, Siparuna palenquensis, Siparuna gigantotepala, Siparuna harlingii, Siparuna conica, Siparuna multiflora, Siparuna campii, Siparuna guajalitensis, Siparuna cascada, Siparuna glabrescens, Siparuna krukovii, Siparuna gentryana, Siparuna lozaniana, Siparuna calantha, Siparuna vasqueziana,

Species in the Siparunaceae family

Glossocalyx longicuspis, Siparuna bifida, Siparuna aspera, Siparuna cristata, Siparuna cuspidata, Siparuna decipiens, Siparuna gesnerioides, Siparuna guianensis, Siparuna grandiflora, Siparuna obstipa, Siparuna thecaphora, Siparuna sessiliflora, Siparuna reginae, Siparuna stellulata, Siparuna ficoides, Siparuna auriculata, Siparuna brasiliensis, Siparuna cervicornis, Siparuna cuzcoana, Siparuna echinata, Siparuna eggersii, Siparuna laurifolia, Siparuna lepidota, Siparuna macrotepala, Siparuna muricata, Siparuna mutisii, Siparuna ovalis, Siparuna pauciflora, Siparuna petiolaris, Siparuna poeppigii, Siparuna subinodora, Siparuna tomentosa, Siparuna calignosa, Siparuna pachyantha, Siparuna pilosolepidota, Siparuna schimpffii, Siparuna croatii, Siparuna palenquensis, Siparuna gigantotepala, Siparuna harlingii, Siparuna conica, Siparuna multiflora, Siparuna campii, Siparuna guajalitensis, Siparuna cascada, Siparuna glabrescens, Siparuna krukovii, Siparuna gentryana, Siparuna lozaniana, Siparuna calantha,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2588493: Based on the initial data import
Alphonse Pyramus de Candolle (1806-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.DC.' in the authors string.
Edmond Tulasne (1815-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tul.' in the authors string.