Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
flaviflora
ID:
1416965

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Krause) C.M.Taylor

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Novon 24: 82 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001429430

Common Names

  • Palicourea Flaviflora
  • Yellow-Flowered Palicourea
  • Yellow-Flowered Rubbervine

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Description

Palicourea flaviflora (also called Yellow-flowered palicourea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to South America and is found in a variety of habitats, including rainforests, grasslands, and rocky outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Palicourea flaviflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Palicourea flaviflora has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Palicourea flaviflora can be propagated by seed or division. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°C (32°F). It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Palicourea flaviflora

Palicourea flaviflora is native to Central and South America, and can be found in the tropical rainforests of the region.

Palicourea flaviflora FAQ

What are the common names of Palicourea flaviflora?

Yellow-flowered palicourea

What is the natural habitat of Palicourea flaviflora?

Dry, rocky slopes in Colombia

What are the uses of Palicourea flaviflora?

Medicinal, ornamental

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

Charlotte M. Taylor (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.M.Taylor' in the authors string.
Kurt Krause (1883-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Krause' in the authors string.