Chiococca auyantepuiensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Steyerm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 23: 374 (1972)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000844879
Common Names
- Chiococca auyantepuiensis
- Auyantepuiensis Chiococca
- Auyantepuiensis Star
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Chiococca auyantepuiensis (also called Auyantepui Chiococca, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Auyantepui region of Venezuela. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, and is found in tropical forests and disturbed sites.
Uses & Benefits
Chiococca auyantepuiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, cough, cold, and headache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Chiococca auyantepuiensis flower is a small white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Chiococca auyantepuiensis is a tropical evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings taken in spring or summer.
Where to Find Chiococca auyantepuiensis
Chiococca auyantepuiensis can be found in the Venezuelan Andes.
Chiococca auyantepuiensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chiococca auyantepuiensis?
Chiococca auyantepuiensis
What is the common name of Chiococca auyantepuiensis?
Auyantepui Chiococca
What type of plant is Chiococca auyantepuiensis?
Vine
Species in the Chiococca genus
Chiococca alba, Chiococca auyantepuiensis, Chiococca belizensis, Chiococca caputensis, Chiococca coriacea, Chiococca filipes, Chiococca henricksonii, Chiococca lucens, Chiococca multipedunculata, Chiococca nitida, Chiococca oaxacana, Chiococca pachyphylla, Chiococca petrina, Chiococca phaenostemon, Chiococca rubriflora, Chiococca semipilosa, Chiococca sessilifolia, Chiococca steyermarkii, Chiococca stricta, Chiococca motleyana, Chiococca insularis, Chiococca grandiflora,
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-39076: Based on the initial data import
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.