Status:
valid
Authors:
Sonké & Dessein
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Blumea 53: 538 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000912009
Common Names
- Colletoecema magna
- Great Colletoecema
- Great Colletoece
Description
Colletoecema magna (also called Large Colletoecema, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that is native to South America. It grows in dry forests and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Colletoecema magna is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Colletoecema magna is white and bell-shaped, with five petals. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Colletoecema magna is a species of flowering plant native to South Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade.
Where to Find Colletoecema magna
Colletoecema magna is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America.
Colletoecema magna FAQ
What is the scientific name of Colletoecema magna?
Colletoecema magna
What is the natural habitat of Colletoecema magna?
Tropical rainforests of South America
What is the growth habit of Colletoecema magna?
Small shrub
Species in the Colletoecema genus
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,