Status:
valid
Authors:
(Cuatrec.) Cuatrec.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1949
Citation Micro:
Lloydia 11: 191. 1949
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000733333
Common Names
- Quararibea sclerophylla
- Sclerophylla Quararibea
- Sclerophylla
Description
Quararibea sclerophylla (also called Quararibea sclerophylla, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It has small, glossy green leaves and small, white flowers. It prefers moist, shady habitats and can be found in lowland rainforests, mountain forests, and along streams and rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Quararibea sclerophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Quararibea sclerophylla has small, white flowers with yellowish-green sepals and petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Quararibea sclerophylla is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 m tall. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings taken in summer.
Where to Find Quararibea sclerophylla
Quararibea sclerophylla is found in the tropical forests of South America, particularly in Brazil, Colombia, and Venezuela.
Quararibea sclerophylla FAQ
What is the common name of Quararibea sclerophylla?
Sclerophyll Quararibea
What is the natural habitat of Quararibea sclerophylla?
Dry tropical forests
What is the flowering season of Quararibea sclerophylla?
Late spring to early summer
Species in the Quararibea genus
Quararibea rangelii,
Quararibea obovalifolia,
Quararibea cryptantha,
Quararibea cogolloi,
Quararibea amazonica,
Quararibea aristeguietae,
Quararibea asterolepis,
Quararibea asymmetrica,
Quararibea aurantiocalyx,
Quararibea bilobata,
Quararibea bolivarii,
Quararibea cacao,
Quararibea chodatii,
Quararibea ciroana,
Quararibea costaricensis,
Quararibea cruceto,
Quararibea duckei,
Quararibea floribunda,
Quararibea foenigraeca,
Quararibea funebris,
Quararibea gentlei,
Quararibea gigantiflora,
Quararibea gomeziana,
Quararibea grandifolia,
Quararibea guianensis,
Quararibea hirta,
Quararibea huallagensis,
Quararibea magnifica,
Quararibea martini,
Quararibea obliquifolia,
Quararibea parviflora,
Quararibea parvifolia,
Quararibea pendula,
Quararibea pendulifera,
Quararibea platyphylla,
Quararibea pterocalyx,
Quararibea pumila,
Quararibea santaritensis,
Quararibea sclerophylla,
Quararibea spatulata,
Quararibea stenophylla,
Quararibea steyermarkii,
Quararibea turbinata,
Quararibea velutina,
Quararibea verticillaris,
Quararibea wittii,
Quararibea yunckeri,
Quararibea lopezperaltae,
Quararibea mayarum,
Quararibea penduliflora,
Species in the Malvaceae family
Abelmoschus angulosus,
Abelmoschus caillei,
Abelmoschus crinitus,
Abelmoschus esculentus,
Abelmoschus ficulneus,
Abelmoschus hostilis,
Abelmoschus magnificus,
Abelmoschus manihot,
Abelmoschus moschatus,
Abelmoschus muliensis,
Abelmoschus sagittifolius,
Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis,
Abroma augustum,
Abutilon abutiloides,
Abutilon affine,
Abutilon alii,
Abutilon amplum,
Abutilon andrewsianum,
Abutilon andrieuxii,
Abutilon anglosomaliae,
Abutilon angulatum,
Abutilon anodoides,
Abutilon appendiculatum,
Abutilon arenarium,
Abutilon arequipense,
Abutilon auritum,
Abutilon austroafricanum,
Abutilon badium,
Abutilon balansae,
Abutilon bastardioides,
Abutilon benedictum,
Abutilon berlandieri,
Abutilon bidentatum,
Abutilon bracteosum,
Abutilon buchii,
Abutilon burandtii,
Abutilon bussei,
Abutilon californicum,
Abutilon calliphyllum,
Abutilon carinatum,
Abutilon coahuilae,
Abutilon commutatum,
Abutilon cryptopetalum,
Abutilon cuspidatum,
Abutilon densiflorum,
Abutilon dinteri,
Abutilon dispermum,
Abutilon divaricatum,
Abutilon dugesii,
Abutilon durandoi,