Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sulphurea
ID:
733881

Status:
valid

Authors:
Poepp.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. Pl. 3: 12 1840

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000733214

Common Names

  • Quapoya sulphurea
  • Sulphur Quapoya
  • Sulphurea Quapoya

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Synonyms

  • Asthotheca sulphurea (Poepp.) Vesque [unknown]

Description

Quapoya sulphurea (also called Sulphur Quapoya, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 m tall. It is native to Brazil and is found in wet forests and along riverbanks. It has a smooth, gray bark and its leaves are oval and pointed at the tip.

Uses & Benefits

Quapoya sulphurea is used as an ornamental plant for its beautiful flowers and foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Quapoya sulphurea has white, tubular flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and slender with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Quapoya sulphurea is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Quapoya sulphurea

Quapoya sulphurea is native to the tropical forests of South America, including Brazil and Peru.

Quapoya sulphurea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Quapoya sulphurea?

Quapoya sulphurea

What is the common name of Quapoya sulphurea?

Sulphur Quapoya

Where is Quapoya sulphurea found?

Colombia

Species in the Clusiaceae family

Agasthiyamalaia pauciflora, Allanblackia floribunda, Allanblackia gabonensis, Allanblackia kimbiliensis, Allanblackia kisonghi, Allanblackia marienii, Allanblackia staneriana, Allanblackia stuhlmannii, Allanblackia ulugurensis, Chrysochlamys allenii, Chrysochlamys alterninervia, Chrysochlamys angustifolia, Chrysochlamys balboa, Chrysochlamys bracteolata, Chrysochlamys caribaea, Chrysochlamys colombiana, Chrysochlamys conferta, Chrysochlamys cuneata, Chrysochlamys dependens, Chrysochlamys eclipes, Chrysochlamys floribunda, Chrysochlamys glauca, Chrysochlamys gloriosa, Chrysochlamys goudotii, Chrysochlamys guatemaltecana, Chrysochlamys laxa, Chrysochlamys macrophylla, Chrysochlamys membranacea, Chrysochlamys membrillensis, Chrysochlamys micrantha, Chrysochlamys multiflora, Chrysochlamys myrcioides, Chrysochlamys nicaraguensis, Chrysochlamys pachypoda, Chrysochlamys pauciflora, Chrysochlamys pavonii, Chrysochlamys psychotriifolia, Chrysochlamys silvicola, Chrysochlamys skutchii, Chrysochlamys tenuifolia, Chrysochlamys tenuis, Chrysochlamys ulei, Chrysochlamys weberbaueri, Chrysochlamys chrisharonii, Clusia nipensis, Clusia pachamamae, Clusia abbottii, Clusia acuminata, Clusia aemygdioi, Clusia alainii,

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