Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
quocensis
ID:
321787

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pit.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Fl. Indo-Chine 3: 221 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000321119

Common Names

  • Tarenna Quocensis
  • Quoc Tarenna
  • Quoc Bushweed

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Description

Tarenna quocensis (also called Quoc Tarenna, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree with a dense, upright habit. It is native to Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia, and grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Tarenna quocensis is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover and as a hedge plant. The plant is attractive to butterflies and other pollinators.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Tarenna quocensis var. quocensis
Tarenna quocensis var. laotica Pit.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Tarenna quocensis are white and star-shaped, with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have small, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tarenna quocensis can be propagated by seed or division. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep them moist. When propagating by division, separate the clump into smaller sections and replant them in a new pot. Make sure to water the plants regularly and provide them with plenty of sunlight.

Where to Find Tarenna quocensis

Tarenna quocensis can be found in tropical forests in the Philippines and Malaysia.

Tarenna quocensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tarenna quocensis?

Tarenna quocensis

What is the common name of Tarenna quocensis?

Quoc Paperbush

What is the growth habit of Tarenna quocensis?

It is a shrub that can grow up to 2 meters in height

Species in the Tarenna genus

Tarenna acuminata, Tarenna acutisepala, Tarenna adangensis, Tarenna adpressa, Tarenna agumbensis, Tarenna alpestris, Tarenna angustifolia, Tarenna annamensis, Tarenna arborescens, Tarenna asiatica, Tarenna attenuata, Tarenna austrosinensis, Tarenna baconioides, Tarenna bakeri, Tarenna barbellata, Tarenna bartlettii, Tarenna bartlingii, Tarenna baviensis, Tarenna bipindensis, Tarenna bonii, Tarenna borneensis, Tarenna brachysiphon, Tarenna brevicymigera, Tarenna burttii, Tarenna calliblepharis, Tarenna campaniflora, Tarenna canarica, Tarenna capitata, Tarenna catanduanensis, Tarenna chevalieri, Tarenna ciliolata, Tarenna cinerea, Tarenna citrina, Tarenna collinsiae, Tarenna compactiflora, Tarenna conferta, Tarenna confusa, Tarenna congensis, Tarenna coriacea, Tarenna costata, Tarenna crassifolia, Tarenna cumingiana, Tarenna curtisii, Tarenna dallachiana, Tarenna dasyphylla, Tarenna debilis, Tarenna depauperata, Tarenna disperma, Tarenna drummondii, Tarenna ebracteata,

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,