Palicourea azurea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
azurea
ID:
263443
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.M.Taylor
Source:
wcs
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 84(2): 240 (1997).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000262775
Common Names
- Palicourea azurea
- Api-api
- Apiapi
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Palicourea azurea (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 azurea 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 azurea is a white or yellowish-white, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped with a pointed tip and have a light green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Palicourea azurea can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and placed in a moist potting mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with indirect light.
Where to Find Palicourea azurea
Palicourea azurea is native to the rainforests of Central and South America.
Palicourea azurea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Palicourea azurea?
Palicourea azurea
What is the natural habitat of Palicourea azurea?
It is native to tropical rainforests in Central and South America.
What is the average height of Palicourea azurea?
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-145914: Based on the initial data import
Charlotte M. Taylor (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.M.Taylor' in the authors string.