Chiococca rubriflora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lundell
Source:
wcs
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
Wrightia 5: 7 (1972)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000845455
Common Names
- Rubriflora Chiococca
- Chiococca Grass
- Rubriflora Chiococca Grass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Chiococca rubriflora (also called Red-Flowered Chiococca, among many other common names) is a shrub species native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Chiococca rubriflora has been used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers, and as a medicinal plant for its antifungal and anti-inflammatory properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Chiococca rubriflora is white, star-shaped, and has five petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped nutlet. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Chiococca rubriflora is a shrub native to the Caribbean and Central America. It is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seed should be sown in a shallow furrow and lightly covered with soil. The seedlings should be thinned out when they are a few centimeters tall.
Where to Find Chiococca rubriflora
Chiococca rubriflora can be found in dry, open areas in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Portugal, Italy, and North Africa.
Chiococca rubriflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chiococca rubriflora?
Chiococca rubriflora
What type of plant is Chiococca rubriflora?
Shrub
Where is Chiococca rubriflora found?
Central and South 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-39132: Based on the initial data import
Cyrus Longworth Lundell (1907-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lundell' in the authors string.