Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
coerulea
ID:
263466

Status:
valid

Authors:
Roem. & Schult.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1819

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg., ed. 15 bis 5: 194 (1819)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000262798

Common Names

  • Palicourea coerulea
  • Api-api
  • Apiapi

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Synonyms

  • Psychotria caerulea Ruiz & Pav. [illegitimate]
  • Psychotria victoriae Standl. [valid]
  • Uragoga caerulea (Ruiz & Pav.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Cephaëlis polycephala Schltdl. [valid]

Description

Palicourea coerulea (also called Blue 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 blue flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Palicourea coerulea 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 coerulea 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Palicourea coerulea is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs. Palicourea coerulea prefers full sun and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Palicourea coerulea

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

Palicourea coerulea FAQ

What are the common names of Palicourea coerulea?

Bluebell, Bluebells, Bluebell Vine, Bluebell Creeper, Bluebells Creeper

What is the scientific name of Palicourea coerulea?

Palicourea coerulea

What is the native range of Palicourea coerulea?

Central and South America

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

Josef August Schultes (1773-1831): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schult.' in the authors string.
Johann Jacob Roemer (1763-1819): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roem.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:759049-1: Based on the initial data import