Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
debilis
ID:
1335790

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Müll.Arg.) Delprete & J.H.Kirkbr.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001348244

Common Names

  • Palicourea debilis
  • Debilis Palicourea
  • Palicourea

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Description

Palicourea debilis (also called weak guayacan, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean and Central America, and is found in wet forests and along streams. It has large, leathery leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Palicourea debilis 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 debilis is a perennial shrub native to the Caribbean region. It can be propagated through seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Palicourea debilis

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

Palicourea debilis FAQ

What are the common names of Palicourea debilis?

Palicourea debilis is commonly known as the Weak Palicourea.

What is the native range of Palicourea debilis?

Palicourea debilis is native to Central America.

What is the growth habit of Palicourea debilis?

Palicourea debilis 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

Johannes Müller Argoviensis (1828-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Arg.' 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.