Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
insularis
ID:
1306378

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ridl.) C.M.Taylor & M.R.V.Barbosa

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 202: 18 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318832

Common Names

  • Chiococca insularis
  • Insularis Chiococca
  • Chiococca Chiococca

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Description

Chiococca insularis (also called 'Island Chiococca', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with white flowers and grey-green leaves native to the Caribbean and Central America. It grows in moist forests, along streams and in wet areas.

Uses & Benefits

Chiococca insularis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chiococca insularis has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and brown, and its seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chiococca insularis is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 10-11. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through cuttings taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Chiococca insularis

Chiococca insularis can be found in the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.

Chiococca insularis FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Chiococca insularis?

Chiococca insularis prefers a warm, humid climate and grows best in partial shade.

What type of soil is best for Chiococca insularis?

Chiococca insularis prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.

How often should Chiococca insularis be watered?

Chiococca insularis should be watered regularly, but not too often, to prevent root rot.

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

Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
Charlotte M. Taylor (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.M.Taylor' in the authors string.
Maria Regina de Vasconcellos Barbosa (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.R.V.Barbosa' in the authors string.