Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
chocoensis
ID:
1274226

Status:
valid

Authors:
Struwe & V.A.Albert

Source:
tro

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 29: 677 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001273564

Common Names

  • Potalia Chocoensis
  • Chocoensis Potalia
  • Choco Potalia

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Description

Potalia chocoensis (also called Choco Potalia, among many other common names) is a shrub in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Colombia and is found in the Chocó-Darién moist forests. This plant typically grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Potalia chocoensis is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating digestive issues and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Potalia chocoensis has white flowers with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are small and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Potalia chocoensis is a hardy perennial that can be propagated from cuttings. Take a cutting of a stem with at least two sets of leaves and remove the lower leaves. Place the cutting in a pot with moist soil and keep it in a warm, sunny location. The cutting should root in a few weeks. Once the roots have developed, transplant the cutting into a larger pot and water it regularly.

Where to Find Potalia chocoensis

Potalia chocoensis can be found in the Chocó region of Colombia.

Potalia chocoensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Potalia chocoensis?

Potalia chocoensis

What is the family of Potalia chocoensis?

Gesneriaceae

What is the common name of Potalia chocoensis?

Choco Potalia

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

References

Victor Anthony Albert (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.A.Albert' in the authors string.
Lena Struwe (b.1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Struwe' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77062953-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.