Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
aschersonianoides
ID:
263434

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wernham) Steyerm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Venez. 6: 151 (1971 publ. 1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000262766

Common Names

  • Palicourea aschersonianoides
  • Api-api
  • Apiapi

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Synonyms

  • Psychotria aschersonianoides Wernham [valid]

Description

Palicourea aschersonianoides (also called “Cascabela”, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, usually reaching up to 5 meters in height. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical rainforests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Palicourea aschersonianoides is used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, headaches, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Palicourea aschersonianoides 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 aschersonianoides is a shrub or small tree that grows to a height of 6-15 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 aschersonianoides

Palicourea aschersonianoides can be found in Colombia.

Palicourea aschersonianoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Palicourea aschersonianoides?

Palicourea aschersonianoides

What is the natural habitat of Palicourea aschersonianoides?

It is native to tropical rainforests in Central and South America.

What is the average height of Palicourea aschersonianoides?

It typically grows to a height of 8-10 feet (2.4-3 m).

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-145906: Based on the initial data import
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.
Herbert Fuller Wernham (1879-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wernham' in the authors string.