Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
amplectens
ID:
1318222

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Delprete & J.H.Kirkbr.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. Res. Inst. Texas 10: 412 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330676


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Description

Palicourea amplectens (also called Amplectens, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 meters tall. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in humid and wet forests. Its leaves are opposite, ovate, and have serrated margins.

Uses & Benefits

Palicourea amplectens is used as an ornamental plant and has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Palicourea amplectens is a small, yellow, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Palicourea amplectens is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Palicourea amplectens

Palicourea amplectens can be found in the Caribbean region.

Palicourea amplectens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Palicourea amplectens?

Palicourea amplectens

What is the common name of Palicourea amplectens?

Amplectens

Where is Palicourea amplectens native to?

Colombia

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,

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Joseph Harold Kirkbride (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.H.Kirkbr.' in the authors string.
Piero G. Delprete (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Delprete' in the authors string.