Coccocypselum guianense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
guianense
ID:
900691
Status:
valid
Authors:
K.Schum.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1889
Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 6(6): 315 (1889)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000900026
Common Names
- Guiana Coccocypselum
- Guiana Coccocypselum Grass
- Guiana Coccocypselum Grass
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Coccocypselum guianense (also called Guiana Coccocypselum, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South America. It has small, white flowers and its leaves are oval-shaped and pointed at the end. It is found in moist forests and along streams in the tropical regions of South America.
Uses & Benefits
Coccocypselum guianense is used in traditional Chinese medicine and as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Coccocypselum guianense is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin, green, and have a single pair of leaves.
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Coccocypselum guianense can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F).
Where to Find Coccocypselum guianense
Coccocypselum guianense is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.
Coccocypselum guianense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Coccocypselum guianense?
Coccocypselum guianense
What type of plant is Coccocypselum guianense?
It is an evergreen shrub
Where is Coccocypselum guianense found?
It is found in Central and South America
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-44313: Based on the initial data import
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.