Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
foetida
ID:
326949

Status:
valid

Authors:
Poepp. & Endl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. Pl. 3: 25 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000326281

Common Names

  • Tocoyena foetida
  • Fetid Tocoyena
  • Fetid False Mistletoe

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Synonyms

  • Tocoyena acutiflora Mart. [valid]

Description

Tocoyena foetida (also called 'Tocoyena foetida', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree up to 8 m tall, with a trunk up to 25 cm in diameter. It is native to the Caribbean and Central and South America, and is found in dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Tocoyena foetida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a shade tree in parks and other public spaces. It has also been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Tocoyena foetida are white, tubular and fragrant. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tocoyena foetida can be propagated by division or by seed. It is best grown in a well-draining soil mix in a bright, indirect light. Water when the soil is dry to the touch and fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Tocoyena foetida

Tocoyena foetida can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Tocoyena foetida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tocoyena foetida?

Tocoyena foetida

What is the common name of Tocoyena foetida?

Foetida Tocoyena

What is the natural habitat of Tocoyena foetida?

Tropical forests of South America

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-206904: Based on the initial data import
Eduard Friedrich Poeppig (1798-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poepp.' in the authors string.
Stephan Endlicher (1804-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Endl.' in the authors string.