Status:
valid
Authors:
(Wand. & A.A.Conc.) Louzada & Wand.
Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
J. Bromeliad Soc. 66: 14 (2016 publ. 2017)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318176
Common Names
- Sincoraea mucugensis
- Mucugensis Sincoraea
- Sincoraea Mucugensis
Description
Sincoraea mucugensis (also called 'Cacao de Monte', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Central and South America. It has a single trunk and its leaves are alternate, simple, and lanceolate. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests and in open areas.
Uses & Benefits
Sincoraea mucugensis has been used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating fever, colds, and headaches. It has also been used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a food source.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sincoraea mucugensis has white, bell-shaped flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sincoraea mucugensis is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -4°C (25°F). Prune to shape in late winter or early spring.
Where to Find Sincoraea mucugensis
Sincoraea mucugensis can be found in the Brazilian states of Espírito Santo and Minas Gerais.
Sincoraea mucugensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sincoraea mucugensis?
Sincoraea mucugensis
What are the common names of Sincoraea mucugensis?
Mucugê Sincoraea
What is the natural habitat of Sincoraea mucugensis?
Tropical and subtropical forests
Species in the Sincoraea genus
Sincoraea amoena,
Sincoraea albopicta,
Sincoraea humilis,
Sincoraea mucugensis,
Sincoraea navioides,
Sincoraea ophiuroides,
Sincoraea rafaelii,
Sincoraea ulei,
Sincoraea burle-marxii,
Sincoraea hatschbachii,
Sincoraea heleniceae,
Species in the Bromeliaceae family
Acanthostachys pitcairnioides,
Acanthostachys strobilacea,
Acanthostachys calcicola,
Aechmea abbreviata,
Aechmea aculeatosepala,
Aechmea alba,
Aechmea alegrensis,
Aechmea alopecurus,
Aechmea ampla,
Aechmea andersonii,
Aechmea angustifolia,
Aechmea anomala,
Aechmea apocalyptica,
Aechmea aquilega,
Aechmea araneosa,
Aechmea arenaria,
Aechmea aripensis,
Aechmea azurea,
Aechmea bahiana,
Aechmea bambusoides,
Aechmea biflora,
Aechmea blanchetiana,
Aechmea blumenavii,
Aechmea bocainensis,
Aechmea brachystachys,
Aechmea bracteata,
Aechmea brassicoides,
Aechmea brevicollis,
Aechmea bromeliifolia,
Aechmea bruggeri,
Aechmea caesia,
Aechmea callichroma,
Aechmea calyculata,
Aechmea campanulata,
Aechmea candida,
Aechmea cariocae,
Aechmea carvalhoi,
Aechmea castanea,
Aechmea castelnavii,
Aechmea cathcartii,
Aechmea caudata,
Aechmea chantinii,
Aechmea coelestis,
Aechmea colombiana,
Aechmea comata,
Aechmea conferta,
Aechmea confusa,
Aechmea conifera,
Aechmea costantinii,
Aechmea contracta,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77161375-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].