Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
terepaimensis
ID:
927071

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steyerm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Venez. 8: 250 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000926406

Common Names

  • Coussarea terepaimensis
  • Terepaimensis Coussarea
  • Terepaimensis Tree

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Description

Coussarea terepaimensis (also called Terepaimensis Coussarea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 10 cm. It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Coussarea terepaimensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a shade tree. It is also used to make furniture, tools, and other wood products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Coussarea terepaimensis has yellow flowers, with 5-7 petals, and a yellow center. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coussarea terepaimensis is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 100 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate light.

Where to Find Coussarea terepaimensis

Coussarea terepaimensis can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

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,

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