Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
caputensis
ID:
845622

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lorence & C.M.Taylor

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Novon 5: 201 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000844957

Common Names

  • Chiococca caputensis
  • White-berried Snowberry
  • Beadvine

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Description

Chiococca caputensis (also called Caput False-broom, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Central and South America. It is an evergreen shrub, growing to a height of up to 4 meters. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Chiococca caputensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chiococca caputensis has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and a single seed in each seed capsule. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chiococca caputensis can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

Where to Find Chiococca caputensis

Chiococca caputensis is native to the Caribbean region, from Cuba to Jamaica. It is found in wet forests, often near streams and rivers.

Chiococca caputensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chiococca caputensis?

Chiococca caputensis

What is the common name of Chiococca caputensis?

Cape chiococca

What is the natural habitat of Chiococca caputensis?

Tropical forests

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-39084: Based on the initial data import
Charlotte M. Taylor (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.M.Taylor' in the authors string.
David H. Lorence (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lorence' in the authors string.