Palicourea ceratophora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ceratophora
ID:
1519349
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.M.Taylor
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Novon 26(1): 130. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000006121
Common Names
- Palicourea ceratophora
- Ceratophora Palicourea
- Palicourea Ceratophora
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Palicourea ceratophora (also called Ceratophora Palicourea, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has a dense, upright habit and grows up to 3 m tall. The leaves are narrow and have a sharp point. It is found in moist, shady forests.
Uses & Benefits
Palicourea ceratophora 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 ceratophora 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 ceratophora 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 ceratophora
Palicourea ceratophora is native to the tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests of Central and South America.
Palicourea ceratophora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Palicourea ceratophora?
Palicourea ceratophora
What is the common name of Palicourea ceratophora?
Ceratophora Ruellia
What is the natural habitat of Palicourea ceratophora?
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,