Coussarea spicata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Delprete
Source:
wcs
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Blumea 51: 358 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808361
Common Names
- European Meadow Saffron
- European Saffron
- European Meadow Saffron
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Coussarea spicata (also called Spiked Coussarea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South America, found in wet forests and along streams. It has large, bright green leaves and produces white flowers with yellow bracts.
Uses & Benefits
Coussarea spicata is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used for its medicinal properties, as it has been used to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Coussarea spicata has yellow flowers with five petals and a single style. The fruits are ovoid and covered with short, soft hairs. The seeds are round and black. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a single, short, thick stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Coussarea spicata is a species of plant native to Brazil. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. Propagation is done through division or by seed.
Where to Find Coussarea spicata
Coussarea spicata is native to tropical Africa, Madagascar, and the Mascarene Islands. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in grasslands, savannas, and scrublands.
Coussarea spicata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Coussarea spicata?
Coussarea spicata
What is the natural habitat of Coussarea spicata?
Tropical rainforests of Central America
What is the flower color of Coussarea spicata?
Yellow
Species in the Coussarea genus
Coussarea bocainae, Coussarea ecuadorensis, Coussarea pilosula, Coussarea resinosa, Coussarea amplifolia, Coussarea cephaeloides, Coussarea dulcifolia, Coussarea spiciformis, Coussarea longilaciniata, Coussarea spicata, Coussarea chiapensis, Coussarea rafa-torresii, Coussarea accedens, Coussarea acuminata, Coussarea albescens, Coussarea amapaensis, Coussarea ampla, Coussarea antioquiana, Coussarea bahiensis, Coussarea bernardii, Coussarea biflora, Coussarea brevicaulis, Coussarea brevipedunculata, Coussarea capitata, Coussarea caroliana, Coussarea catingana, Coussarea cerroazulensis, Coussarea coffeoides, Coussarea congestiflora, Coussarea contracta, Coussarea cuatrecasasii, Coussarea duckei, Coussarea duplex, Coussarea durifolia, Coussarea enneantha, Coussarea evoluta, Coussarea fanshawei, Coussarea flava, Coussarea friburgensis, Coussarea frondosa, Coussarea garciae, Coussarea graciliflora, Coussarea grandifolia, Coussarea grandis, Coussarea granvillei, Coussarea hallei, Coussarea hirticalyx, Coussarea hyacinthiflora, Coussarea hydrangeifolia, Coussarea ilheotica,
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-346587: Based on the initial data import
Piero G. Delprete (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Delprete' in the authors string.