Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
croceoides
ID:
263521

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ham.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Pl. Ind. Occid. : 29 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000262853

Common Names

  • Palicourea croceoides
  • Palicourea Croceoides
  • Palicourea Croceoides Plant

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Synonyms

  • Palicourea aurantiaca Miq. [valid]
  • Palicourea crocea heterodoxa Steyerm. [valid]
  • Palicourea crocea parviflora Chodat & Hassl. [valid]
  • Palicourea crocea riparia (Benth.) Griseb. [valid]
  • Palicourea cujabensis Schltdl. [valid]
  • Palicourea martinicensis Standl. [valid]
  • Palicourea riparia Benth. [valid]
  • Psychotria croceoides Desv. ex Ham. [invalid]
  • Psychotria martii Colla [valid]
  • Psychotria subcrocea Müll.Arg. [valid]
  • Uragoga riparia (Benth.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Uragoga subcrocea (Müll.Arg.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Palicourea croceoides (also called “Cascabela”, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, usually reaching up to 5 meters in height. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical rainforests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Palicourea croceoides is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and malaria. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Palicourea croceoides is white and tubular with a yellowish-green throat. The seed is a small, black, ovoid capsule. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Palicourea croceoides is a tropical shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Palicourea croceoides

Palicourea croceoides can be found in the Caribbean region, particularly in the Lesser Antilles, as well as in Central and South America.

Palicourea croceoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Palicourea croceoides?

Palicourea croceoides

What is the family of Palicourea croceoides?

Rubiaceae

What is the common name of Palicourea croceoides?

Yellow-flowered Palicourea

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,

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