Palicourea antisanana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
antisanana
ID:
1519345
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.M.Taylor
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Novon 26(1): 80. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000006117
Common Names
- Palicourea antisanana
- Antisanana Palicourea
- Palicourea Antisanana
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Palicourea antisanana (also called Antisanana, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, usually reaching up to 4 m in height. It is native to the Atlantic Forest biome of Brazil, and is found in moist forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Palicourea antisanana is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Palicourea antisanana is white and has five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Palicourea antisanana can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a light soil mix. Both methods require warm temperatures and bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Palicourea antisanana
Palicourea antisanana can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Palicourea antisanana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Palicourea antisanana?
Palicourea antisanana
What is the common name of Palicourea antisanana?
Antisanana Ruellia
What is the natural habitat of Palicourea antisanana?
Tropical rainforest
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,