Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
caudata
ID:
298412

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hiern) Keay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 28: 60 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000297744

Common Names

  • Caudata Aulacocalyx
  • Aulacocalyx Caudata
  • Aulacocalyx Caudata Plant

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Synonyms

  • Randia caudata Hiern [valid]
  • Randia leptactinioides K.Schum. ex Hutch. & Dalziel [valid]
  • Aulacocalyx leptactinioides K.Schum. [valid]
  • Rothmannia leptactinioides (K.Schum. ex Hutch. & Dalziel) Fagerl. [valid]

Description

Aulacocalyx caudata (also called 'Tailed Aulacocalyx', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a rounded crown, native to Central America and the Caribbean. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Aulacocalyx caudata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aulacocalyx caudata is a small, white, star-shaped bloom with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are thin and spindly with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aulacocalyx caudata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment with indirect sunlight.

Where to Find Aulacocalyx caudata

Aulacocalyx caudata is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Guerrero, Oaxaca, and Chiapas.

Aulacocalyx caudata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aulacocalyx caudata?

Aulacocalyx caudata

What is the family of Aulacocalyx caudata?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Aulacocalyx caudata?

Caudata Daisy

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-17956: Based on the initial data import
William Philip Hiern (1839-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiern' in the authors string.
Ronald William John Keay (1920-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Keay' in the authors string.