Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
coccinea
ID:
334553

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vahl) Klotzsch

Source:
wcs

Year:
1853

Citation Micro:
Ber. Bekanntm. Verh. Königl. Preuss. Akad. Wiss. Berlin 1853: 497 (1853)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000333885

Common Names

  • Warszewiczia coccinea
  • Coccinea Warszewiczia
  • Scarlet Warszewiczia

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Synonyms

  • Macrocnemum coccineum Vahl [valid]
  • Mussaenda coccinea Poir. [valid]
  • Warszewiczia macrophylla Wedd. [valid]
  • Warszewiczia maynensis Wedd. [valid]
  • Warszewiczia poeppigiana Klotzsch [valid]
  • Warszewiczia pulcherrima Klotzsch [valid]
  • Warszewiczia schomburgkiana Klotzsch [valid]
  • Warszewiczia splendens Wedd. [valid]
  • Calycophyllum coccineum DC. [valid]
  • Aegiphila macrophylla Sieber ex Schauer [unknown]

Description

Warszewiczia coccinea (also called Scarlet Warszewiczia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Central America and Mexico. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates, usually in dry forests, scrublands, and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Warszewiczia coccinea is an evergreen shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It has small, red flowers that bloom in the spring and summer months, and its foliage is a deep green color. It is drought tolerant and can be used as a groundcover or in containers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Warszewiczia coccinea has red flowers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Warszewiczia coccinea is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed, cuttings, or layering.

Where to Find Warszewiczia coccinea

Warszewiczia coccinea is native to Central America and can be found in the tropical rainforests of Costa Rica, Guatemala, and Panama.

Warszewiczia coccinea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Warszewiczia coccinea?

Warszewiczia coccinea

What is the family of Warszewiczia coccinea?

Arecaceae

What is the common name of Warszewiczia coccinea?

Scarlet Palm

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,

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