Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
palenquensis
ID:
1415949

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.M.Taylor

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Novon 26(1): 116. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001428414

Common Names

  • Palicourea palenquensis
  • Palenquensis Palicourea
  • Palenquensis Wild Petunia

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Description

Palicourea palenquensis (also called Palenque palicourea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa, from Sierra Leone to Gabon, and is found in lowland rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Palicourea palenquensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, diarrhoea, skin diseases, and respiratory disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Palicourea palenquensis is white and has a tubular shape with five lobes. The seed is small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, green and have a rounded shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Palicourea palenquensis can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Plants should be grown in full sun and kept moist but not waterlogged. Fertilize regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Palicourea palenquensis

Palicourea palenquensis can be found in the tropical rainforest of Costa Rica.

Palicourea palenquensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Palicourea palenquensis?

Palicourea palenquensis

What is the common name of Palicourea palenquensis?

Palenque Palicourea

What is the natural habitat of Palicourea palenquensis?

Tropical rainforests of Colombia

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.