Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
octocuspis
ID:
1335457

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Müll.Arg.) C.M.Taylor

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Novon 25: 98 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347911

Common Names

  • Palicourea Octocuspis
  • Octocuspis Palicourea
  • Octocuspis Ruellia

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Description

Palicourea octocuspis (also called Octocuspis Palicourea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the coffee family. It is native to Mexico and is found in montane forests. It is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 13 meters in height.

Uses & Benefits

Palicourea octocuspis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as an ingredient in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Palicourea octocuspis has small, white flowers and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Palicourea octocuspis is a tropical plant native to Central and South America. It is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through stem cuttings or air layering.

Where to Find Palicourea octocuspis

Palicourea octocuspis is native to tropical regions of Central and South America and can be found in the wild in Mexico, Guatemala, and Costa Rica.

Palicourea octocuspis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Palicourea octocuspis?

Palicourea octocuspis

What is the common name of Palicourea octocuspis?

Eight-Spiked Palicourea

Where is Palicourea octocuspis native to?

Costa Rica

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.