Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
standleyana
ID:
263861

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.M.Taylor

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. Monogr. 26: 81 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000263193

Common Names

  • Standley's Palicourea
  • Standley's Mountain-Coffee
  • Standley's Mountain-Coffee Bush

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Synonyms

  • Psychotria brenesii Standl. [valid]

Description

Palicourea standleyana (also called Standley's Palicourea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m in height. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical rainforests. It has a smooth, grey bark and its leaves are oblong and glossy.

Uses & Benefits

Palicourea standleyana is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Palicourea standleyana is a small, white, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Palicourea standleyana can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Palicourea standleyana

Palicourea standleyana is native to the Amazon Basin in South America. It can be found in tropical rainforests, swamps, and wet areas.

Palicourea standleyana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Palicourea standleyana?

Palicourea standleyana

What is the family of Palicourea standleyana?

Rubiaceae

What is the common name of Palicourea standleyana?

Standley's Wild Coffee

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-146295: Based on the initial data import
Charlotte M. Taylor (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.M.Taylor' in the authors string.