Palicourea mistratoana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
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Species:
mistratoana
ID:
1581768
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.M.Taylor
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WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000042698
Common Names
- Palicourea Mistratoana
- Mistratoana Palicourea
- Palicourea of Mistratoana
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Palicourea mistratoana (also called 'Mistratoana Palicourea', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Central America. It typically grows to a height of 3-4 m and is characterized by its large, glossy leaves and clusters of small, white flowers. It is found in humid forests and along the edges of streams.
Uses & Benefits
Palicourea mistratoana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant. It is used to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Palicourea mistratoana is white to pale pink in color, with a long corolla tube and a five-lobed calyx. The seed is a small, round, black, shiny seed. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of opposite leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Palicourea mistratoana is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done by cuttings or by division of existing plants.
Where to Find Palicourea mistratoana
Palicourea mistratoana is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Palicourea mistratoana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Palicourea mistratoana?
Palicourea mistratoana
What are the common names of Palicourea mistratoana?
Common names include Colombian rattlebush, guayabo de montaña, and guayabo de monte.
What is the natural habitat of Palicourea mistratoana?
Palicourea mistratoana is found in tropical wet and moist forests in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
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,