Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
coussareoides
ID:
1335787

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Standl.) Delprete & J.H.Kirkbr.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. Res. Inst. Texas 10: 417 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001348241

Common Names

  • Palicourea coussareoides
  • Coussareoides Palicourea
  • Palicourea

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Description

Palicourea coussareoides (also called Coussareoides, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a maximum height of about 8 meters. It is native to the Brazilian states of Minas Gerais and Bahia, and is found in the Atlantic Forest biome. It typically grows in humid montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Palicourea coussareoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Palicourea coussareoides has yellow flowers with a white center and a red-purple center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Palicourea coussareoides can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a moist potting mix. Both should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Palicourea coussareoides

Palicourea coussareoides is native to Central America and can be found in Costa Rica, Nicaragua, and Panama.

Palicourea coussareoides FAQ

What are the common names of Palicourea coussareoides?

Palicourea coussareoides is commonly known as the Coussareoides Palicourea.

What is the native range of Palicourea coussareoides?

Palicourea coussareoides is native to Central America.

What is the growth habit of Palicourea coussareoides?

Palicourea coussareoides is a small shrub with a sprawling growth habit.

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

Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Joseph Harold Kirkbride (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.H.Kirkbr.' in the authors string.
Piero G. Delprete (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Delprete' in the authors string.