Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
maguirei
ID:
947598

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steyerm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 23: 343 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000946936

Common Names

  • Duroia maguirei
  • Maguirei Duroia
  • Maguirei Duroia Tree

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Description

Duroia maguirei (also called Genipa maguirei, 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 maguirei is used as a traditional medicine in South America to treat fever, inflammation, and digestive disorders. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as a dye for fabrics.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Duroia maguirei var. maguirei
Duroia maguirei var. patentinervia Steyerm.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Duroia maguirei 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 maguirei 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 maguirei

Duroia maguirei 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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