Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
wurdackii
ID:
1415984

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Steyerm.) Borhidi

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Hung. 59: 39 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001428449

Common Names

  • Palicourea wurdackii
  • Wurdackii Palicourea
  • Wurdackii Wild Petunia

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Description

Palicourea wurdackii (also called 'Wurdack's Palicourea', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that typically grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to South America and parts of tropical Africa. It is found in moist, shady forests and along streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Palicourea wurdackii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Palicourea wurdackii has small, yellow-green flowers that are clustered together. The seeds are small, brown, and cone-shaped. The seedlings are small and slender, with a single, needle-like leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Palicourea wurdackii is a tropical plant that is best grown in a warm, humid climate. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in moist soil or a rooting medium.

Where to Find Palicourea wurdackii

Palicourea wurdackii is native to Colombia and can be found in wet forests and along streams.

Palicourea wurdackii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Palicourea wurdackii?

Palicourea wurdackii

What is the common name of Palicourea wurdackii?

Wurdack's Palicourea

What is the natural habitat of Palicourea wurdackii?

Dry, rocky hillsides and grassy slopes

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

Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.
Attila Borhidi (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borhidi' in the authors string.