Chiococca pachyphylla - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Wernham
Source:
wcs
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 51: 323 (1913)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000845280
Common Names
- Chiococca pachyphylla
- Thick-leaved Snowberry
- Thick Snowberry
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Chiococca pachyphylla (also called Thick-leaved Chiococca, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Mexico and Guatemala. It has white flowers and grows in tropical forests and dry deciduous forests.
Uses & Benefits
Chiococca pachyphylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as to treat fever, headaches, and stomach problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chiococca pachyphylla 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Chiococca pachyphylla is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Chiococca pachyphylla
Chiococca pachyphylla can be found in moist, shady areas in the southeastern United States.
Chiococca pachyphylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chiococca pachyphylla?
Chiococca pachyphylla
What is the family of Chiococca pachyphylla?
Rubiaceae
Where is Chiococca pachyphylla native to?
Tropical America
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-39115: Based on the initial data import
Herbert Fuller Wernham (1879-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wernham' in the authors string.