Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
speciosa
ID:
776190

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
iplants

Year:
1828

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 3: 289 (1828)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000775523

Common Names

  • Gustavia speciosa
  • Showy Gustavia
  • Gustavia

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Description

Gustavia speciosa (also called Redhead, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Lecythidaceae family. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Gustavia speciosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its wood is used for making furniture and musical instruments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gustavia speciosa has small, white flowers that are clustered in groups of three. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gustavia speciosa is a tropical evergreen tree native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept moist until they are established.

Where to Find Gustavia speciosa

Gustavia speciosa can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central America.

Gustavia speciosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gustavia speciosa?

Gustavia speciosa

What is the common name of Gustavia speciosa?

Showy Gustavia

Where is Gustavia speciosa native to?

Central America

Species in the Gustavia genus

Gustavia longepetiolata, Gustavia acuminata, Gustavia angustifolia, Gustavia augusta, Gustavia brachycarpa, Gustavia coriacea, Gustavia dodsonii, Gustavia dubia, Gustavia elliptica, Gustavia erythrocarpa, Gustavia excelsa, Gustavia flagellata, Gustavia fosteri, Gustavia gentryi, Gustavia gigantophylla, Gustavia gracillima, Gustavia gracillipes, Gustavia grandibracteata, Gustavia hexapetala, Gustavia inakuama, Gustavia latifolia, Gustavia longifolia, Gustavia longifuniculata, Gustavia macarenensis, Gustavia monocaulis, Gustavia nana, Gustavia occidentalis, Gustavia parviflora, Gustavia petiolata, Gustavia poeppigiana, Gustavia pubescens, Gustavia pulchra, Gustavia romeroi, Gustavia santanderiensis, Gustavia serrata, Gustavia sessilis, Gustavia speciosa, Gustavia superba, Gustavia tejerae, Gustavia terminaliflora, Gustavia verticillata, Gustavia johnclarkii, Gustavia hubbardiorum, Gustavia paucisperma,

Species in the Lecythidaceae family

Allantoma lineata, Allantoma pauciramosa, Allantoma uaupensis, Allantoma kuhlmannii, Allantoma pachyantha, Allantoma pluriflora, Allantoma decandra, Allantoma integrifolia, Asteranthos brasiliensis, Barringtonia acutangula, Barringtonia apiculata, Barringtonia ashtonii, Barringtonia asiatica, Barringtonia angusta, Barringtonia belagaensis, Barringtonia calyptrata, Barringtonia calyptrocalyx, Barringtonia conoidea, Barringtonia corneri, Barringtonia curranii, Barringtonia edulis, Barringtonia filirachis, Barringtonia fusiformis, Barringtonia gigantostachya, Barringtonia hallieri, Barringtonia havilandii, Barringtonia integrifolia, Barringtonia josephstaalensis, Barringtonia khaoluangensis, Barringtonia lanceolata, Barringtonia lauterbachii, Barringtonia longifolia, Barringtonia longipes, Barringtonia longisepala, Barringtonia macrocarpa, Barringtonia macrostachya, Barringtonia neocaledonica, Barringtonia niedenzuana, Barringtonia novae-hiberniae, Barringtonia palawanensis, Barringtonia papeh, Barringtonia papuana, Barringtonia pauciflora, Barringtonia payensiana, Barringtonia pendula, Barringtonia procera, Barringtonia pseudoglomerata, Barringtonia pterita, Barringtonia racemosa, Barringtonia reticulata,