Status:
valid
Authors:
(Triana) Triana & Planch.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1862
Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 4, 17: 16 (1862)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000653499
Common Names
- Shiny Doliocarpus
- Shiny Doliocarp
- Shiny Carpet-Vine
Synonyms
- Ricaurtea nitida Triana [unknown]
Description
Doliocarpus nitidus (also called Nitidus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a single trunk and a rounded crown. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It grows in humid forests, at elevations of up to 1,500 m.
Uses & Benefits
Doliocarpus nitidus is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach aches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Doliocarpus nitidus is a small, white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with glossy leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Doliocarpus nitidus is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Ecuador and Colombia. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained, moist soil and partial shade. It can tolerate temperatures as low as 10°C (50°F).
Where to Find Doliocarpus nitidus
Doliocarpus nitidus can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America, from Mexico to Bolivia.
Doliocarpus nitidus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Doliocarpus nitidus?
Doliocarpus nitidus
What is the common name of Doliocarpus nitidus?
Shiny Doliocarpus
Where is Doliocarpus nitidus found?
Central and South America
Species in the Doliocarpus genus
Doliocarpus leiophyllus,
Doliocarpus paucinervis,
Doliocarpus schultesianus,
Doliocarpus triananus,
Doliocarpus amazonicus,
Doliocarpus aracaensis,
Doliocarpus areolatus,
Doliocarpus aureobaccatus,
Doliocarpus brevipedicellatus,
Doliocarpus carnevaliorum,
Doliocarpus chocoensis,
Doliocarpus dasyanthus,
Doliocarpus dentatus,
Doliocarpus dressleri,
Doliocarpus elegans,
Doliocarpus elliptifolius,
Doliocarpus foreroi,
Doliocarpus gentryi,
Doliocarpus glomeratus,
Doliocarpus gracilis,
Doliocarpus grandiflorus,
Doliocarpus guianensis,
Doliocarpus herrerae,
Doliocarpus hispidobaccatus,
Doliocarpus hispidus,
Doliocarpus humboldtianus,
Doliocarpus kubitzkii,
Doliocarpus lancifolius,
Doliocarpus liesneri,
Doliocarpus lombardii,
Doliocarpus lopez-palacii,
Doliocarpus macrocarpus,
Doliocarpus magnificus,
Doliocarpus major,
Doliocarpus multiflorus,
Doliocarpus nitidus,
Doliocarpus novogranatensis,
Doliocarpus olivaceus,
Doliocarpus ortegae,
Doliocarpus paraensis,
Doliocarpus pipolyi,
Doliocarpus prancei,
Doliocarpus pruskii,
Doliocarpus sagolianus,
Doliocarpus savannarum,
Doliocarpus schottianus,
Doliocarpus sellowianus,
Doliocarpus sessiliflorus,
Doliocarpus spatulifolius,
Doliocarpus spraguei,
Species in the Dilleniaceae family
Acrotrema agastyamalayanum,
Acrotrema arnottianum,
Acrotrema costatum,
Acrotrema dissectum,
Acrotrema intermedium,
Acrotrema lanceolatum,
Acrotrema lyratum,
Acrotrema thwaitesii,
Acrotrema uniflorum,
Acrotrema walkeri,
Curatella americana,
Davilla bahiana,
Davilla bilobata,
Davilla neei,
Davilla alata,
Davilla angustifolia,
Davilla aspera,
Davilla cearensis,
Davilla cuatrecasasii,
Davilla cuspidulata,
Davilla elliptica,
Davilla flexuosa,
Davilla glabrata,
Davilla glaziovii,
Davilla grandiflora,
Davilla kubitzkii,
Davilla kunthii,
Davilla lacunosa,
Davilla latifolia,
Davilla macrocarpa,
Davilla morii,
Davilla nitida,
Davilla papyracea,
Davilla pedicellaris,
Davilla rugosa,
Davilla sellowiana,
Davilla steyermarkii,
Davilla strigosa,
Davilla aymardii,
Davilla minutifolia,
Davilla sessilifolia,
Davilla lanosa,
Davilla hirsuticarpa,
Didesmandra aspera,
Dillenia alata,
Dillenia albiflos,
Dillenia andamanica,
Dillenia aurea,
Dillenia auriculata,
Dillenia beccariana,