Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sprucei
ID:
326982

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 8: 350 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000326314

Common Names

  • Tocoyena sprucei
  • Spruce's Tocoyena
  • Spruce's False Mistletoe

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Synonyms

  • Tocoyena brasiliensis Mart. [illegitimate]

Description

Tocoyena sprucei (also called 'Spruce's Tocoyena', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Colombia and Ecuador. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Tocoyena sprucei 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

Tocoyena sprucei has small, yellow-green flowers with a white center. The flowers are clustered on the end of the stems. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tocoyena sprucei is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they are well-rooted.

Where to Find Tocoyena sprucei

Tocoyena sprucei can be found in Central and South America, including Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.

Tocoyena sprucei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tocoyena sprucei?

Tocoyena sprucei

What is the natural habitat of Tocoyena sprucei?

Tocoyena sprucei is native to the tropical rainforests of South America.

What are the common uses of Tocoyena sprucei?

Tocoyena sprucei is used in traditional medicine and as an ornamental plant.

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