Status:
valid
Authors:
C.B.Costa
Source:
wcs
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 62: 623 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835299
Common Names
- Coccocypselum bahiense
- Bahiense Coccocypselum
- Bahiense's Coccocypselum
Description
Coccocypselum bahiense (also called Bahia coccocypselum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Brazil. It grows to a height of 1-3 m and has a woody root system. It is found in dry open forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Coccocypselum bahiense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Coccocypselum bahiense is a white, star-shaped flower with six petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Coccocypselum bahiense is a tropical species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is a perennial herb that grows up to 2 m tall. It prefers moist, shady areas and can be propagated from seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Coccocypselum bahiense
Coccocypselum bahiense is found in India.
Coccocypselum bahiense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Coccocypselum bahiense?
Coccocypselum bahiense
What is the natural habitat of Coccocypselum bahiense?
Tropical rainforests of Central and South America
What is the flowering season of Coccocypselum bahiense?
Late spring to early summer
Species in the Coccocypselum genus
Coccocypselum bahiense,
Coccocypselum anomalum,
Coccocypselum aureum,
Coccocypselum brevipetiolatum,
Coccocypselum capitatum,
Coccocypselum condalia,
Coccocypselum cordifolium,
Coccocypselum erythrocephalum,
Coccocypselum geophiloides,
Coccocypselum glaberrimum,
Coccocypselum glabrifolium,
Coccocypselum guianense,
Coccocypselum hasslerianum,
Coccocypselum herbaceum,
Coccocypselum hirsutum,
Coccocypselum hispidulum,
Coccocypselum lanceolatum,
Coccocypselum lymansmithii,
Coccocypselum oblongatum,
Coccocypselum ovatum,
Coccocypselum pedunculare,
Coccocypselum pulchellum,
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,