Cinchona lancifolia is a South American tree known for its bark, historically a source of quinine, an antimalarial compound. This species contributes to the rich biodiversity of the Andean cloud forests.
Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Cinchona Lancifolia (Cinchona lancifolia)
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Gentianales |
| Family | Rubiaceae |
| Genus | Cinchona |
| Species | Cinchona lancifolia |
Similar in genus Cinchona
