Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook.f.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1873
Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 12: t. 1126 (1873)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000297798
Common Names
- Aulacocalyx Jasminiflora
- Jasminiflora Aulacocalyx
- Aulacocalyx Jasmine
Description
Aulacocalyx jasminiflora (also called 'Coralbush' and 'Coral Plant', among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central America. It grows to a height of 1-2 m and has dark green leaves with yellow-orange flowers. It is found in dry, open forests and scrublands, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Aulacocalyx jasminiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Aulacocalyx jasminiflora sub. jasminiflora
Aulacocalyx jasminiflora sub. kivuensis Figueiredo
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aulacocalyx jasminiflora has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aulacocalyx jasminiflora is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-drained potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.
Where to Find Aulacocalyx jasminiflora
Aulacocalyx jasminiflora is native to Mexico.
Aulacocalyx jasminiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aulacocalyx jasminiflora?
Aulacocalyx jasminiflora
What is the common name of Aulacocalyx jasminiflora?
Jasmine-flowered Aulacocalyx
What is the natural habitat of Aulacocalyx jasminiflora?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Aulacocalyx genus
Aulacocalyx caudata,
Aulacocalyx divergens,
Aulacocalyx jasminiflora,
Aulacocalyx lamprophylla,
Aulacocalyx laxiflora,
Aulacocalyx lujai,
Aulacocalyx mapiana,
Aulacocalyx pallens,
Aulacocalyx subulata,
Aulacocalyx talbotii,
Aulacocalyx camerooniana,
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,