Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Species:
formosa
ID:
1409267

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.W.Benn. ex Britton) J.F.B.Pastore

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 42(1): 60. 2017 [1 Mar 2017] [epublished]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001421732

Common Names

  • Caamembeca formosa
  • Formosa Caamembeca
  • Caamembeca Formosa

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Description

Caamembeca formosa (also called Formosa Caamembeca, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to western North America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a tall stem with a few small leaves. The flowers are yellow and have a long, curved lower lip. It grows in moist meadows, streambanks, and other wet areas.

Uses & Benefits

Caamembeca formosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its fronds are also used to make baskets and mats.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Caamembeca formosa has white to pink flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caamembeca formosa is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground, and should be fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Caamembeca formosa

Caamembeca formosa can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Caamembeca formosa FAQ

What are the common names of Caamembeca formosa?

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What is the growth habit of Caamembeca formosa?

It is a perennial herb with a spreading habit.

What is the distribution of Caamembeca formosa?

It is native to the Amazon region of South America.

Species in the Polygalaceae family

Acanthocladus brasiliensis, Acanthocladus guayaquilensis, Acanthocladus moyanoi, Acanthocladus scleroxylon, Acanthocladus tehuelchum, Acanthocladus colombianus, Acanthocladus dukei, Acanthocladus pulcherrimus, Acanthocladus santosii, Acanthocladus dichromus, Ancylotropis insignis, Ancylotropis malmeana, Asemeia grandiflora, Asemeia ignatii, Asemeia ilheotica, Asemeia lindmaniana, Asemeia marquesiana, Asemeia martiana, Asemeia monninoides, Asemeia parietaria, Asemeia pohliana, Asemeia rhodoptera, Asemeia glabra, Asemeia hirsuta, Asemeia apopetala, Asemeia echinosperma, Asemeia hondurana, Asemeia securidaca, Asemeia sphaerospora, Asemeia tonsa, Asemeia acuminata, Asemeia extraaxillaris, Asemeia galmeri, Asemeia hebeclada, Asemeia mollis, Asemeia monticola, Asemeia ovata, Asemeia pseudohebeclada, Asemeia tobatiensis, Asemeia violacea, Asemeia floribunda, Atroxima afzeliana, Atroxima liberica, Badiera cubensis, Badiera fuertesii, Badiera oblongata, Badiera penaea, Badiera propinqua, Badiera virgata, Badiera subrhombifolia,

References

Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Alfred William Bennett (1833-1902): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.W.Benn.' in the authors string.
José Floriano Barêa Pastore (b.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.B.Pastore' in the authors string.