Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
amethystina
ID:
263414

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 4: 527 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000262746

Common Names

  • Palicourea amethystina
  • Amethystina Palicourea
  • Amethystina Wax Tree

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Synonyms

  • Palicourea huigrensis Standl. [valid]
  • Palicourea polyneura K.Krause [valid]
  • Palicourea trichoneura Diels [valid]
  • Psychotria amethystina Ruiz & Pav. [valid]
  • Uragoga amethystina (Ruiz & Pav.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Uragoga gigantocalyx Kuntze [valid]

Description

Palicourea amethystina (also called Amethyst Palicourea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is a small shrub, growing up to 3 meters tall. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical climates. It is typically found in lowland rainforests, and is often found near rivers and streams.

Uses & Benefits

Palicourea amethystina is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Palicourea amethystina is white with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Palicourea amethystina is a shrub or small tree that grows to a height of 4-10 m. It is found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-mature wood and rooted in a moist soil mix.

Where to Find Palicourea amethystina

Palicourea amethystina can be found in Colombia.

Palicourea amethystina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Palicourea amethystina?

Palicourea amethystina

What is the common name of Palicourea amethystina?

Amethyst Palicourea

What is the natural habitat of Palicourea amethystina?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Palicourea genus

Palicourea abbreviata, Palicourea acanthacea, Palicourea acetosoides, Palicourea adusta, Palicourea aeneofusca, Palicourea affinis, Palicourea albert-smithii, Palicourea albiflora, Palicourea albocaerulea, Palicourea alpina, Palicourea amapaensis, Palicourea amethystina, Palicourea amplissima, Palicourea anacardiifolia, Palicourea andaluciana, Palicourea anderssoniana, Palicourea andrei, Palicourea angustifolia, Palicourea anianguana, Palicourea anisoloba, Palicourea antioquiana, Palicourea apicata, Palicourea aristei, Palicourea aschersonianoides, Palicourea asplundii, Palicourea attenuata, Palicourea australis, Palicourea awa, Palicourea azurea, Palicourea barraensis, Palicourea bella, Palicourea bellula, Palicourea blanchetiana, Palicourea bostrychostachya, Palicourea boyacana, Palicourea brachyloba, Palicourea brachystigma, Palicourea bracteosa, Palicourea brasiliensis, Palicourea brenesii, Palicourea buchtienii, Palicourea buntingii, Palicourea coerulea, Palicourea calantha, Palicourea caloneura, Palicourea calophlebia, Palicourea calophylla, Palicourea calothyrsus, Palicourea calycina, Palicourea canaguensis,

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,