Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
mamillaris
ID:
1306804

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Müll.Arg.) C.M.Taylor

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Novon 25: 94 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001319258

Common Names

  • Palicourea mamillaris
  • Mamoeiro-de-barriga
  • Mamoeiro-de-bico

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Description

Palicourea mamillaris (also called 'Mamillar Palicourea', among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Central and South America. It has small, oval leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Palicourea mamillaris has white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black. Seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Palicourea mamillaris is a shrub native to the Amazon rainforest. It can be propagated from seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Stem cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are established.

Where to Find Palicourea mamillaris

Palicourea mamillaris is native to Colombia and Ecuador. It can be found in montane forests at elevations of 1,000-2,000 m.

Palicourea mamillaris FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Palicourea mamillaris?

Palicourea mamillaris is found in the humid montane forests of Colombia and Ecuador.

What type of plant is Palicourea mamillaris?

Palicourea mamillaris is an evergreen shrub.

What is the flower size of Palicourea mamillaris?

Palicourea mamillaris has small flowers, measuring about 1 cm in diameter.

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