Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aquatica
ID:
947579

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Aubl.) Bremek.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Recueil Trav. Bot. Néerl. 31: 270, cum descr. emend. 1934

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000946917

Common Names

  • Duroia aquatica
  • Aquatic Duroia
  • Aquatic Durian

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Description

Duroia aquatica (also called Aquatic Duroia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to South America. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 10 m tall, with opposite leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in wet forests and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Duroia aquatica is an ornamental shrub that is used in landscaping for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Duroia aquatica is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small black seed with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Duroia aquatica is a fast-growing shrub that can reach heights of up to 6 feet. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done through cuttings, which should be taken in late spring or early summer. Cuttings should be about 4 to 6 inches long and should be placed in a rooting medium such as perlite, vermiculite, or sand. Keep the cuttings moist and in bright, indirect light until they have rooted.

Where to Find Duroia aquatica

Duroia aquatica can be found in Brazil.

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-65303: Based on the initial data import
Jean Baptiste Christophore Fusée Aublet (1723-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aubl.' in the authors string.
Cornelis Eliza Bertus Bremekamp (1888-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bremek.' in the authors string.