Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
formosissima
ID:
1415924

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Steyerm.) Delprete & O.Lachenaud

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Pl. Ecol. Evol. 151(1): 125. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001428389

Common Names

  • Palicourea formosissima
  • Formosissima Palicourea
  • Palicourea Formosissima

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Description

Palicourea formosissima (also called 'Beautiful Palicourea', among many other common names) is a small tree with dark green leaves and fragrant, white flowers. It is native to tropical regions of Central and South America and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Palicourea formosissima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber for construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Palicourea formosissima is white and has a tubular shape with five lobes. The seed is small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, green and have a rounded shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Palicourea formosissima can be propagated through seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a moist potting mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with indirect light.

Where to Find Palicourea formosissima

Palicourea formosissima can be found in the tropical rainforest of Ecuador.

Palicourea formosissima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Palicourea formosissima?

Palicourea formosissima

What is the family of Palicourea formosissima?

Rubiaceae

What is the common name of Palicourea formosissima?

Beautiful 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,

References

Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.
Piero G. Delprete (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Delprete' in the authors string.
Olivier Lachenaud (b.1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Lachenaud' in the authors string.