Camarotea romiensis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
romiensis
ID:
582791
Status:
valid
Authors:
Scott-Elliot
Source:
cmp
Year:
1891
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 29: 38 1891
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000582123
Common Names
- Camarotea romiensis
- Romiensis
- Romiensis Bush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Camarotea romiensis (also called 'Rome Camarotea', among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to South America. It has a small, white flower that blooms in the summer and grows in humid, tropical habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Camarotea romiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Camarotea romiensis has small, white flowers with five petals and a single style. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Camarotea romiensis is an evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.
Where to Find Camarotea romiensis
Camarotea romiensis is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It can be found in the Amazon rainforest, the Andes Mountains, and the Caribbean.
Camarotea romiensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Camarotea romiensis?
Camarotea romiensis
What are the common names of Camarotea romiensis?
No common names
What is the natural habitat of Camarotea romiensis?
It is found in tropical rainforests of Central and South America
Species in the Camarotea genus
Species in the Acanthaceae family
Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2694340: Based on the initial data import