Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
macrobotrys
ID:
263706

Status:
valid

Authors:
Roem. & Schult.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1819

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg., ed. 15 bis 5: 194 (1819)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000263038

Common Names

  • Palicourea macrobotrys
  • Large-bracted Palicourea
  • Large-bracted Wild Coffee

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Synonyms

  • Palicourea acanthaceoides Wernham [valid]
  • Palicourea lasioneura K.Krause [valid]
  • Palicourea nicotianifolia Cham. & Schltdl. [valid]
  • Psychotria macrobotrys Ruiz & Pav. [valid]
  • Psychotria tabacifolia Müll.Arg. [valid]
  • Uragoga macrobotrys (Ruiz & Pav.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Uragoga nicotianifolia (Cham. & Schltdl.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Palicourea macrobotrys (Ruiz & Pav.) DC. [deprecated]

Description

Palicourea macrobotrys (also called Large-bracted Palicourea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows to a height of 5-10 m. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It has a dense, rounded crown and its leaves are ovate to elliptic in shape.

Uses & Benefits

Palicourea macrobotrys is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Palicourea macrobotrys is a small, white, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oblong seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Palicourea macrobotrys is a tropical shrub or small tree that grows in moist, shady forests. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from the stem and placed in a moist, well-drained soil. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Palicourea macrobotrys

Palicourea macrobotrys can be found in Colombia and Ecuador.

Palicourea macrobotrys FAQ

What is the scientific name of Palicourea macrobotrys?

Palicourea macrobotrys

What is the common name of Palicourea macrobotrys?

Macrobotrys Palicourea

What is the natural habitat of Palicourea macrobotrys?

Palicourea macrobotrys is found in wet montane forests in Costa Rica and Panama.

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-146153: Based on the initial data import
Josef August Schultes (1773-1831): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schult.' in the authors string.
Johann Jacob Roemer (1763-1819): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roem.' in the authors string.