Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
microcarpa
ID:
263728

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ruiz & Pav.) Zappi

Source:
wcs

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 55: 168 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000263060

Common Names

  • Palicourea microcarpa
  • Palicourea Microcarpa
  • Palicourea Microcarpa Plant

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Synonyms

  • Psychotria yungasensis Rusby [valid]
  • Rudgea microcarpa (Ruiz & Pav.) Standl. [valid]
  • Coffea bidentata D.Dietr. [illegitimate]
  • Coffea microcarpa Ruiz & Pav. [valid]

Description

Palicourea microcarpa (also called Small-fruited 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 microcarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and skin disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Palicourea microcarpa is a small, tubular shape with five petals. The seed is a small, dark-brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Palicourea microcarpa is a tropical shrub that grows best in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in moist, well-draining soil and kept warm and moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and placed in moist soil or a rooting medium. Once rooted, the cuttings can be transplanted into larger containers or into the garden.

Where to Find Palicourea microcarpa

Palicourea microcarpa is native to Central and South America.

Palicourea microcarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Palicourea microcarpa?

Palicourea microcarpa

What is the natural habitat of Palicourea microcarpa?

Palicourea microcarpa is found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America.

What are the uses of Palicourea microcarpa?

Palicourea microcarpa is used in traditional medicine and as a source of timber.

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-146173: Based on the initial data import
Hipólito Ruiz López (1754-1816): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruiz' in the authors string.
José Antonio Pavón (1754-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pav.' in the authors string.
Daniela Cristina Zappi (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zappi' in the authors string.