Chiococca nitida - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1841
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 3: 236 (1841)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000845176
Common Names
- Chiococca Nitida
- Nitida Cocoa-berry
- Cocoa-berry
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Chiococca nitida (also called Shiny Coralberry, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas. It has thick, leathery leaves and small, white flowers. It produces bright red berries in the summer.
Uses & Benefits
Chiococca nitida is a shrub species used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a ground cover, and for erosion control.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Chiococca nitida for. cordata (Cowan) Steyerm.Chiococca nitida var. nitida
Chiococca nitida var. amazonica Müll.Arg.
Chiococca nitida var. chimantensis Steyerm.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chiococca nitida has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, thin stems with narrow, linear leaves.
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Chiococca nitida can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Chiococca nitida
Chiococca nitida can be found in Mexico and Central America.
Chiococca nitida FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chiococca nitida?
Chiococca nitida
What is the common name of Chiococca nitida?
Shiny Chiococca
What is the family of Chiococca nitida?
Rubiaceae
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-39105: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.