Status:
valid
Authors:
Royle
Source:
wcs
Year:
1835
Citation Micro:
Ill. Bot. Himal. Mts. 154. 1835 (1835)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000335788
Common Names
- Coccocypselum herbaceum
- Herbaceous Coccocypselum
- Herbaceous Coccocypselum Plant
Description
Coccocypselum herbaceum (also called Herbaceous Coccocypselum, among many other common names) is a small shrub with narrow, lance-shaped leaves and white flowers. It is native to the tropical rainforests of South America, where it typically grows in humid, shady areas, such as under the canopy of trees.
Uses & Benefits
Coccocypselum herbaceum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Coccocypselum herbaceum is white, with 6 petals, and a yellow center. Its seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Coccocypselum herbaceum is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It is best grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The plant should be grown in a well-draining medium, such as sphagnum moss or bark, and watered regularly. Propagation is done through division of the rhizomes.
Where to Find Coccocypselum herbaceum
Coccocypselum herbaceum can be found in Brazil.
Coccocypselum herbaceum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Coccocypselum herbaceum?
Coccocypselum herbaceum
What is the common name of Coccocypselum herbaceum?
Herbaceous Coccocypselum
What is the natural habitat of Coccocypselum herbaceum?
It is native to Central and South America, where it grows in moist forests and grasslands.
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,