Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kotchubioides
ID:
947592

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steyerm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 12: 201 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000946930

Common Names

  • Duroia kotchubioides
  • Kotchubioides Duroia
  • Kotchubioides Durian

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Description

Duroia kotchubioides (also called Genipa kotchubioides, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 meters in height. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Duroia kotchubioides 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 flowers of Duroia kotchubioides are white and tubular, with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Duroia kotchubioides 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 kotchubioides

Duroia kotchubioides can be found in Colombia.

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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