Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
semidecandra
ID:
1254416

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.St.-Hil. ex A.B.Martins

Source:
tro

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Revista Brasil. Bot. 6(2): 78 (1983 publ. 1984) (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001253754

Common Names

  • Cambessedesia semidecandra
  • Semidecandra Cambessedesia
  • Cambessedesia semidecandra Tree

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Description

Cambessedesia semidecandra (also called semideciduous cambessedesia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Brazil. It has a rounded crown and grows up to 4 meters tall. Its leaves are simple, ovate to oblong, and have a serrated margin. It is found in moist forests and thickets in its native regions.

Uses & Benefits

Cambessedesia semidecandra is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It is also known to have medicinal properties, such as being used to treat digestive problems and skin infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Cambessedesia semidecandra are small, white and tubular, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cambessedesia semidecandra is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by cuttings or layering. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a moist, well-drained medium. Layering is done by bending a branch to the ground and covering it with soil. The branch should be left in place until it has rooted, then it can be cut from the parent plant and transplanted.

Where to Find Cambessedesia semidecandra

Cambessedesia semidecandra can be found in the tropical forests of Brazil.

Cambessedesia semidecandra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cambessedesia semidecandra?

Cambessedesia semidecandra

What is the common name of Cambessedesia semidecandra?

Semidecandra cambessedesia

What is the family of Cambessedesia semidecandra?

Melastomataceae

Species in the Cambessedesia genus

Species in the Melastomataceae family

Acanthella sprucei, Acanthella pulchra, Acanthella conferta, Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria, Acisanthera pulchella, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera boliviensis, Acisanthera variabilis, Acisanthera uniflora, Acisanthera alsinaefolia, Acisanthera paraguayensis, Acisanthera alata, Acisanthera hedyotoidea, Acisanthera glazioviana, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera ayangannae, Acisanthera divaricata, Adelobotrys ciliatus, Adelobotrys atlanticus, Adelobotrys adscendens, Adelobotrys barbatus, Adelobotrys ciliata, Adelobotrys macrophylla, Adelobotrys praetexta, Adelobotrys tessmannii, Adelobotrys boissieriana, Adelobotrys fuscescens, Adelobotrys macrantha, Adelobotrys rotundifolius, Adelobotrys subsessilis, Adelobotrys jefensis, Adelobotrys linearifolia, Adelobotrys ayangannensis, Adelobotrys scandens,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50172621: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Saint-Hilaire (1779-1853): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.St.-Hil.' in the authors string.
Angela Borges Martins (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.B.Martins' in the authors string.