Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
ipecacuanha
ID:
336714

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Brot.) L.Andersson

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 57(2): 371. 2002 [7 Aug 2002]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000336046

Common Names

  • Carapichea ipecacuanha
  • Ipecacuanha Carapichea
  • Ipecac Carapichea

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Description

Carapichea ipecacuanha (also called 'Ipecacuanha Carapichea', among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has an upright habit and produces small yellow flowers. Its native regions include Peru and Ecuador. It is commonly found in dry grasslands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Carapichea ipecacuanha is used as a traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, stomach ache, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Carapichea ipecacuanha has small white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carapichea ipecacuanha is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be propagated by seed or division.

Where to Find Carapichea ipecacuanha

Carapichea ipecacuanha can be found in the tropical forests of Africa.

Carapichea ipecacuanha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carapichea ipecacuanha?

Carapichea ipecacuanha

What is the family of Carapichea ipecacuanha?

Rubiaceae

What is the common name of Carapichea ipecacuanha?

Ipecacuanha Carapichea

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-216417: Based on the initial data import
Félix de Avelar Brotero (1744-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brot.' in the authors string.
Lennart Andersson (1948-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Andersson' in the authors string.