Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alba
ID:
845449

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hitchc.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Rep. (Annual) Missouri Bot. Gard. 4: 94 (1893)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000844784

Common Names

  • White Chiococca
  • Alba Chiococca
  • White-Flowered Chiococca

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Description

Chiococca alba (also called white snowberry, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Caribbean and Central and South America. It grows in disturbed habitats such as roadsides, gardens, and fields. It has an upright growth habit, with small, glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Chiococca alba is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chiococca alba has white, star-shaped flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chiococca alba is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or seeds. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soils. It is also tolerant of salt and can be grown in coastal areas.

Where to Find Chiococca alba

Chiococca alba is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina. It is found in wet forests, often near streams and rivers.

Chiococca alba FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chiococca alba?

Chiococca alba

What is the common name of Chiococca alba?

White-berry

What is the family of Chiococca alba?

Rubiaceae

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-39067: Based on the initial data import
A. S. Hitchcock (1865-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hitchc.' in the authors string.