Palicourea calycina - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
calycina
ID:
263476
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1844
Citation Micro:
Pl. Hartw. : 133 (1844)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000262808
Common Names
- Palicourea calycina
- Api-api
- Apiapi
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- Uragoga loxensis Kuntze [valid]
Description
Palicourea calycina (also called Calycine Palicourea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical rainforests and cloud forests. It has glossy green leaves and small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Palicourea calycina 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 calycina is white, with a yellow center, and is about 1 cm in diameter. The seed is small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.
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Palicourea calycina can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of around 25°C. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist but not soggy and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Palicourea calycina
Palicourea calycina is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Palicourea calycina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Palicourea calycina?
Palicourea calycina
What is the natural habitat of Palicourea calycina?
It is native to tropical rainforests in South America.
What are the common names of Palicourea calycina?
It is commonly known as calycina guaco or calycina guayacán.
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-145944: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.