Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
corumbensis
ID:
311820

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Standl.) Steyerm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 23: 306 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000311152

Common Names

  • Simira corumbensis
  • Corumba Simira
  • Corumbensis Simira

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Synonyms

  • Sickingia corumbensis Standl. [valid]

Description

Simira corumbensis (also called Simira, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 meters in height. It is native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil, and is found in moist forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Simira corumbensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Simira corumbensis has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Simira corumbensis is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Simira corumbensis

Simira corumbensis is native to Brazil and can be found in open woodlands and savannas.

Simira corumbensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Simira corumbensis?

Simira corumbensis

What is the common name of Simira corumbensis?

Corumbensis

What is the natural habitat of Simira corumbensis?

Tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests

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-192305: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.