Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
sphaeranthum
ID:
680782

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Perrier

Source:
cmp

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Mém. Inst. Sci. Madagascar, Sér. B, Biol. Vég. 2: 264 (1949 publ. 1950)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000680115

Common Names

  • Coca de Sphaeranthum
  • Coca de Colombia
  • Coca de Ecuador

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Synonyms

  • Erythroxylum sphaeranthum andrarongense H.Perrier [unknown]

Description

Erythroxylum sphaeranthum (also called Sphaeranthum coca, among many other common names) is a species of shrub or small tree in the family Erythroxylaceae. It is native to the Seychelles and the Mascarene Islands, where it grows in coastal habitats, such as beaches, rocky shores, and cliffs.

Uses & Benefits

Erythroxylum sphaeranthum is used as an ornamental plant and for its timber, which is used for furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erythroxylum sphaeranthum is small and yellow, with a white center. The seed is a small, round, black seed, and the seedlings are small and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erythroxylum sphaeranthum is a tropical shrub native to South America. It is a slow-growing plant that can reach heights of up to 2 meters. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by cuttings, as seeds are not always reliable. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of branches and planted in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Erythroxylum sphaeranthum

Erythroxylum sphaeranthum is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Erythroxylum sphaeranthum FAQ

What is the common name of Erythroxylum sphaeranthum?

Cocoa Plum

What is the native range of Erythroxylum sphaeranthum?

Tropical America

What is the scientific name of Erythroxylum sphaeranthum?

Erythroxylum sphaeranthum

Species in the Erythroxylum genus

Erythroxylum acrobeles, Erythroxylum acuminatum, Erythroxylum acutum, Erythroxylum affine, Erythroxylum alaternifolium, Erythroxylum amazonicum, Erythroxylum amplifolium, Erythroxylum amplum, Erythroxylum ampullaceum, Erythroxylum anceps, Erythroxylum andrei, Erythroxylum anguifugum, Erythroxylum annamense, Erythroxylum apiculatum, Erythroxylum areolatum, Erythroxylum argentinum, Erythroxylum armatum, Erythroxylum arrojadoi, Erythroxylum australe, Erythroxylum badium, Erythroxylum banaoense, Erythroxylum bangii, Erythroxylum baracoense, Erythroxylum barbatum, Erythroxylum bequaertii, Erythroxylum betulaceum, Erythroxylum bezerrae, Erythroxylum bicolor, Erythroxylum boinense, Erythroxylum boivinianum, Erythroxylum bradeanum, Erythroxylum brennae, Erythroxylum brevipes, Erythroxylum buxifolium, Erythroxylum buxus, Erythroxylum caatingae, Erythroxylum cambodianum, Erythroxylum campestre, Erythroxylum campinense, Erythroxylum capitatum, Erythroxylum carthagenense, Erythroxylum cassinoides, Erythroxylum cataractarum, Erythroxylum catharinense, Erythroxylum cincinnatum, Erythroxylum citrifolium, Erythroxylum clarense, Erythroxylum coca, Erythroxylum coelophlebium, Erythroxylum columbinum,

Species in the Erythroxylaceae family

Aneulophus africanus, Aneulophus congoensis, Erythroxylum acrobeles, Erythroxylum acuminatum, Erythroxylum acutum, Erythroxylum affine, Erythroxylum alaternifolium, Erythroxylum amazonicum, Erythroxylum amplifolium, Erythroxylum amplum, Erythroxylum ampullaceum, Erythroxylum anceps, Erythroxylum andrei, Erythroxylum anguifugum, Erythroxylum annamense, Erythroxylum apiculatum, Erythroxylum areolatum, Erythroxylum argentinum, Erythroxylum armatum, Erythroxylum arrojadoi, Erythroxylum australe, Erythroxylum badium, Erythroxylum banaoense, Erythroxylum bangii, Erythroxylum baracoense, Erythroxylum barbatum, Erythroxylum bequaertii, Erythroxylum betulaceum, Erythroxylum bezerrae, Erythroxylum bicolor, Erythroxylum boinense, Erythroxylum boivinianum, Erythroxylum bradeanum, Erythroxylum brennae, Erythroxylum brevipes, Erythroxylum buxifolium, Erythroxylum buxus, Erythroxylum caatingae, Erythroxylum cambodianum, Erythroxylum campestre, Erythroxylum campinense, Erythroxylum capitatum, Erythroxylum carthagenense, Erythroxylum cassinoides, Erythroxylum cataractarum, Erythroxylum catharinense, Erythroxylum cincinnatum, Erythroxylum citrifolium, Erythroxylum clarense, Erythroxylum coca,