Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
brachystigma
ID:
263455

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot. 17(7): 58 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000262787

Common Names

  • Palicourea brachystigma
  • Api-api
  • Apiapi

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Synonyms

  • Psychotria cubensis (Steyerm.) Borhidi [valid]
  • Palicourea deflexa cubensis (Steyerm.) Borhidi & Oviedo [valid]
  • Psychotria deflexa cubensis Steyerm. [valid]

Description

Palicourea brachystigma (also called Guayabillo, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical forests, rainforests, and cloud forests. It has simple, opposite leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Palicourea brachystigma is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, coughs, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Palicourea brachystigma 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Palicourea brachystigma 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 brachystigma

Palicourea brachystigma is native to the rainforests of Central and South America.

Palicourea brachystigma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Palicourea brachystigma?

Palicourea brachystigma

What is the common name of Palicourea brachystigma?

Brachystigma Palicourea

What is the natural habitat of Palicourea brachystigma?

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,