Chiococca petrina - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Wiggins
Source:
wcs
Year:
1940
Citation Micro:
Contr. Dudley Herb. 3: 76 (1940)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000845343
Common Names
- Chiococca petrina
- Petrina Snowberry
- Petrine Snowberry
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Chiococca petrina (also called Petrina Chiococca, among many other common names) is a small, perennial shrub native to Central America. It has small, oval leaves and grows in dry, sandy soils. It is commonly found in grasslands, scrublands, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Chiococca petrina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Chiococca petrina 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 petrina can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil pH levels and can be grown in clay soils. It is drought tolerant once established.
Where to Find Chiococca petrina
Chiococca petrina can be found in dry, open areas in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Portugal, Italy, and North Africa.
Chiococca petrina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chiococca petrina?
Chiococca petrina
What is the natural habitat of Chiococca petrina?
Dry grasslands and open woodlands
What are the common uses of Chiococca petrina?
Medicinal, ornamental, and forage
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-39121: Based on the initial data import
Ira Loren Wiggins (1899-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wiggins' in the authors string.