Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paruensis
ID:
947610

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steyerm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 12: 206 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000946948

Common Names

  • Duroia paruensis
  • Paruensis Duroia
  • Paruensis Tree

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Description

Duroia paruensis (also called Genipa paruensis, 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 paruensis 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Duroia paruensis 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

Cultivation and propagation of Duroia paruensis: Propagate by seed or cuttings. Plant the seeds in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches. Plant the cuttings in a well-drained soil mix and keep the soil moist but not wet.

Where to Find Duroia paruensis

Duroia paruensis is native to South America and can be found in wet forests.

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