Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
zevallosii
ID:
1332533

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.M.Taylor) C.M.Taylor

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Novon 24: 87 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001344987

Common Names

  • Palicourea zevallosii
  • Zevallosii Palicourea
  • Palicourea Zevallosii

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Description

Palicourea zevallosii (also called 'Zevallos' Palicourea', among many other common names) is a small, perennial shrub with a spreading habit. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in humid tropical forests. Its leaves are ovate-lanceolate, and its flowers are white with yellowish-green sepals and petals.

Uses & Benefits

Palicourea zevallosii is used as a source of timber, for medicinal purposes, and for its ornamental value.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Palicourea zevallosii is yellowish-green with a white lip. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are slender and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Palicourea glomeruliflora is a shrub native to tropical regions of the world. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. The plant prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in a well-draining, rich soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season. The plant can be propagated by cuttings in the spring or by seed. The seed should be sown in a moist, well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Palicourea zevallosii

Palicourea zevallosii is found in Peru and Ecuador.

Palicourea zevallosii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Palicourea zevallosii?

Palicourea zevallosii

What is the natural habitat of Palicourea zevallosii?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

What are the common names of Palicourea zevallosii?

Zevallosii orchid

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.