Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
venezuelense
ID:
782899

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steyerm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 10(5): 189 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000782232

Common Names

  • Venezuelan Calycophyllum
  • Calycophyllum venezuelense
  • Venezuelense Calycophyllum

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Description

Calycophyllum venezuelense (also called 'Venezuelan Calycophyllum', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a shrub or small tree, typically reaching a height of 5-10 m. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Calycophyllum venezuelense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calycophyllum venezuelense is a large, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calycophyllum venezuelense 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 rooted in a well-draining soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment until the cuttings have taken root.

Where to Find Calycophyllum venezuelense

Calycophyllum venezuelense is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Calycophyllum venezuelense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calycophyllum venezuelense?

Calycophyllum venezuelense

What is the common name of Calycophyllum venezuelense?

Climbing liana

What is the natural habitat of Calycophyllum venezuelense?

Tropical rainforest

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