Status:
valid
Authors:
Correll
Source:
wcs
Year:
1977
Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 58: 45 (1977)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000845531
Common Names
- Chiococca stricta
- Strict Cocoa
- Stricta Cocoa
Description
Chiococca stricta (also called Strict Chiococca, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub species native to the Caribbean and Central America. It has a sprawling habit and grows to a height of 1-2 m. It typically grows in moist forests, along streams, and in other wet habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Chiococca stricta is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Chiococca stricta is a small, white, star-shaped bloom, with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round berry, and the seedlings are slender and grass-like.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chiococca stricta is a perennial shrub that grows in moist, fertile soils in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Sow the seed in spring or autumn in a well-prepared seedbed. Take cuttings in spring or autumn and replant in a prepared bed.
Where to Find Chiococca stricta
Chiococca stricta is native to the Caribbean and can be found in tropical forests and other humid areas.
Chiococca stricta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chiococca stricta?
Chiococca stricta
What is the family of Chiococca stricta?
Rubiaceae
What is the common name of Chiococca stricta?
Strict Chiococca
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,