Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
pallens
ID:
298571

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hiern) Bridson & Figueiredo

Source:
wcs

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 52: 653 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000297903

Common Names

  • Aulacocalyx Pallens
  • Aulacocalyx Pale
  • Aulacocalyx Pale Flower

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Synonyms

  • Randia pallens Hiern [valid]
  • Aidia pallens (Hiern) G.Taylor [valid]

Description

Aulacocalyx pallens (also called Caribbean Rose, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean, Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Aulacocalyx pallens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge or screen. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Aulacocalyx pallens sub. letestui (Pellegr.) Figueiredo
Aulacocalyx pallens sub. pallens

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aulacocalyx pallens is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval seed with a rough surface. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aulacocalyx pallens is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of around 21-27°C. Cuttings should be taken from young, healthy stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, bright location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Aulacocalyx pallens

Aulacocalyx pallens is native to Costa Rica and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Aulacocalyx pallens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aulacocalyx pallens?

Aulacocalyx pallens

What is the family of Aulacocalyx pallens?

Rubiaceae

What is the natural habitat of Aulacocalyx pallens?

Tropical forests of Central and South America

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-17971: Based on the initial data import
William Philip Hiern (1839-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiern' in the authors string.
Estrela Figueiredo (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Figueiredo' in the authors string.
Diane Mary Bridson (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bridson' in the authors string.