Caiophora arechavaletae
Image: Weigend, M.; Schlindwein, C. (cc-by)
NameCaiophora arechavaletae
Scientific NameCaiophora arechavaletae (Urb.) Urb.
Plant FamilyLoasaceae
Natural HabitatNative to Brazil, specifically found in regions such as Rio Grande do Sul, including Guaritas and Caçapava Do Sul. It can also be cultivated in temperate climates, as evidenced by its cultivation in Berlin.
Parts Usedwhole_plant
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesNo specific traditional medicinal uses are indicated in the provided information.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNo known contraindications or drug interactions are mentioned in the provided information.
Cultivation NotesThis species can be cultivated from seeds, as demonstrated by the specimen being grown in Berlin from seeds sown in March 2010. It likely thrives in conditions similar to its native Brazilian habitat.
Rarityuncommon
Description
This herbarium specimen displays a herbaceous plant characterized by deeply pinnatifid leaves with serrated margins, arranged alternately along the stem. It features small, yellowish-orange flowers that develop into distinctive, ribbed, ovoid to globose capsule-like fruits.
