Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
santamartensis
ID:
1254640

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wurdack

Source:
tro

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 8: 165 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001253978


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Description

Chaetolepis santamartensis (also called Santa Marta Chaetolepis, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Colombia. It has small, oval leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, sunny areas, such as in open fields and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Chaetolepis santamartensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, pain, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chaetolepis santamartensis has white flowers with yellow centers and small black seeds. The seedlings are small with dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chaetolepis santamartensis is a perennial species of shrub native to Costa Rica. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Cultivation requires a well-draining soil mix and plenty of moisture. It prefers a bright, sunny location.

Where to Find Chaetolepis santamartensis

Chaetolepis santamartensis can be found in Colombia.

Chaetolepis santamartensis FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Chaetolepis santamartensis?

Chaetolepis santamartensis prefers temperatures between 15-25°C (59-77°F)

What is the ideal humidity for Chaetolepis santamartensis?

Chaetolepis santamartensis prefers a humidity of 40-60%.

What is the ideal light intensity for Chaetolepis santamartensis?

Chaetolepis santamartensis prefers bright, indirect light.

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,

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