Cymbopetalum mayanum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mayanum
ID:
633243
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lundell
Source:
cmp
Year:
1974
Citation Micro:
Wrightia 5: 25 (1974)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000632575
Common Names
- Mayanum Cymbopetalum
- Cymbopetalum mayanum
- Mayanum Cymbopetalum
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Cymbopetalum mayanum (also called 'Mayan Asparagus', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Andes Mountains in South America. It has long, thin stems with small, needle-like leaves and small white flowers. It grows in moist, rocky areas and is often found in the understory of forests.
Uses & Benefits
Cymbopetalum mayanum is used as a culinary herb and as an ornamental plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cymbopetalum mayanum is white and star-shaped, with five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cymbopetalum mayanum is a species of flowering plant in the family Annonaceae. It is native to Mexico. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, the plants should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Cymbopetalum mayanum
Cymbopetalum mayanum can be found in the tropical rainforest in Mexico.
Cymbopetalum mayanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cymbopetalum mayanum?
Cymbopetalum mayanum
What type of plant is Cymbopetalum mayanum?
Perennial shrub
Where does Cymbopetalum mayanum grow?
It is native to South America.
Species in the Cymbopetalum genus
Cymbopetalum abacophyllum, Cymbopetalum aequale, Cymbopetalum alkekengi, Cymbopetalum baillonii, Cymbopetalum brasiliense, Cymbopetalum coriaceum, Cymbopetalum costaricense, Cymbopetalum euneurum, Cymbopetalum fosteri, Cymbopetalum gracile, Cymbopetalum hintonii, Cymbopetalum lanugipetalum, Cymbopetalum longipes, Cymbopetalum loretoyacuense, Cymbopetalum mayanum, Cymbopetalum mirabile, Cymbopetalum oppositiflorum, Cymbopetalum parviflorum, Cymbopetalum penduliflorum, Cymbopetalum physaloides, Cymbopetalum rugulosum, Cymbopetalum sanchezii, Cymbopetalum schunkei, Cymbopetalum stenophyllum, Cymbopetalum steyermarkii, Cymbopetalum tessmannii, Cymbopetalum torulosum, Cymbopetalum costaricense,
Species in the Annonaceae family
Afroguatteria bequaertii, Afroguatteria globosa, Afroguatteria discostigma, Alphonsea boniana, Alphonsea curtisii, Alphonsea cylindrica, Alphonsea elliptica, Alphonsea gaudichaudiana, Alphonsea hainanensis, Alphonsea havilandii, Alphonsea hortensis, Alphonsea javanica, Alphonsea johorensis, Alphonsea keithii, Alphonsea kinabaluensis, Alphonsea kingii, Alphonsea lucida, Alphonsea lutea, Alphonsea maingayi, Alphonsea malayana, Alphonsea mollis, Alphonsea monogyna, Alphonsea orthopetala, Alphonsea ovata, Alphonsea papuasica, Alphonsea philastreana, Alphonsea siamensis, Alphonsea sonlaensis, Alphonsea stenogyna, Alphonsea tonquinensis, Alphonsea tsangyanensis, Alphonsea ventricosa, Alphonsea zeylanica, Alphonsea borneensis, Alphonsea rugosa, Alphonsea glandulosa, Alphonsea pallida, Alphonsea annulata, Alphonsea isthmicola, Alphonsea longicarpa, Alphonsea phuwuaensis, Ambavia capuronii, Ambavia gerrardii, Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes,
References
Cyrus Longworth Lundell (1907-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lundell' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:73952-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.