Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
cutucuana
ID:
810101

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.M.Taylor

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 58: 157 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000809435

Common Names

  • Palicourea cutucuana
  • Cutucuana Palicourea
  • Cutucuana Rainforest Plant

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Description

Palicourea cutucuana (also called 'Cutucu Palicourea', among many other common names) is a small shrub with white flowers and small, round, red fruits. It is native to Australia and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Palicourea cutucuana is an ornamental plant, often used as a border or groundcover in gardens. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat a variety of ailments, including digestive issues, skin problems, and respiratory issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Palicourea cutucuana is a yellow-green color, and is shaped like a star. The seed is a small, black, round-shaped seed, and the seedlings are small, green, and have two stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Palicourea cutucuana can be propagated by division of the clumps and by seed. It is best grown in a well-draining soil mix with plenty of organic matter in a bright, warm location. Water regularly during the growing season, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering in winter.

Where to Find Palicourea cutucuana

Palicourea cutucuana is native to Colombia and can be found in the wild in the departments of Antioquia, Valle del Cauca, and Cundinamarca.

Palicourea cutucuana FAQ

What is the common name of Palicourea cutucuana?

Cutucu Palicourea

What is the native range of Palicourea cutucuana?

Brazil

What is the flowering period of Palicourea cutucuana?

April to June

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-347672: Based on the initial data import
Charlotte M. Taylor (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.M.Taylor' in the authors string.