Pyrostria coriacea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Atalahy, Rakotonas. & Razafim.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2021
Citation Micro:
Candollea 76(1): 6. 2021
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000028680
Common Names
- Pyrostria coriacea
- Coriacea Pyrostria
- Pyrostria Coriacea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pyrostria coriacea (also called Leathery Pyrostria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is a perennial evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 m tall. It is native to Madagascar and is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Pyrostria coriacea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pyrostria coriacea has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single, upright stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pyrostria coriacea is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by taking cuttings in late spring or early summer. It can also be propagated by sowing the seeds in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Pyrostria coriacea
Pyrostria coriacea can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Pyrostria coriacea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pyrostria coriacea?
Pyrostria coriacea
What is the common name of Pyrostria coriacea?
No common name
What is the natural habitat of Pyrostria coriacea?
It is found in dry, rocky areas
Species in the Pyrostria genus
Pyrostria affinis, Pyrostria alaotrensis, Pyrostria alluaudii, Pyrostria amporoforensis, Pyrostria analamazaotrensis, Pyrostria andilanensis, Pyrostria angustifolia, Pyrostria anjouanensis, Pyrostria ankazobeensis, Pyrostria bibracteata, Pyrostria bispathacea, Pyrostria breonii, Pyrostria chapmanii, Pyrostria commersonii, Pyrostria cordifolia, Pyrostria fasciculata, Pyrostria ferruginea, Pyrostria hystrix, Pyrostria lobulata, Pyrostria macrophylla, Pyrostria madagascariensis, Pyrostria major, Pyrostria media, Pyrostria orbicularis, Pyrostria phyllanthoidea, Pyrostria pseudocommersonii, Pyrostria sarodranensis, Pyrostria socotrana, Pyrostria urschii, Pyrostria uzungwaensis, Pyrostria variistipula, Pyrostria viburnoides, Pyrostria inflata, Pyrostria isomonensis, Pyrostria italyensis, Pyrostria pendula, Pyrostria serpentina, Pyrostria ixorifolia, Pyrostria richardiae, Pyrostria revoluta, Pyrostria perrieri, Pyrostria oleifolia, Pyrostria neriifolia, Pyrostria louvelii, Pyrostria longiflora, Pyrostria capuronii, Pyrostria asosa, Pyrostria antsirananensis, Pyrostria antsalovensis, Pyrostria ankaranensis,
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,