Status:
valid
Authors:
Warm.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1875
Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 13(2): 77 (1875)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000424610
Common Names
- Vochysia crassifolia
- Crassifolia Vochysia
- Thick-leaved Vochysia
Synonyms
- Vochysia curvata Klotzsch [unknown]
Description
Vochysia crassifolia (also called Thick-leaved Vochysia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Central and South America. It has a rounded crown and a smooth grey bark. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in dry and humid climates.
Uses & Benefits
Vochysia crassifolia is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, malaria, and dysentery.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Vochysia crassifolia has small, yellow flowers with four petals and four sepals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Vochysia crassifolia is a perennial evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is best grown in a container or in a rock garden.
Where to Find Vochysia crassifolia
Vochysia crassifolia is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in wet areas.
Vochysia crassifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vochysia crassifolia?
Vochysia crassifolia
What is the common name of Vochysia crassifolia?
No common name
What is the natural habitat of Vochysia crassifolia?
Vochysia crassifolia is found in tropical rainforests of Central and South America
Species in the Vochysia genus
Vochysia pacifica,
Vochysia saccata,
Vochysia penae,
Vochysia pauciflora,
Vochysia calophylla,
Vochysia tucanorum,
Vochysia tomentosa,
Vochysia splendens,
Vochysia rotundifolia,
Vochysia vismiifolia,
Vochysia jonkeri,
Vochysia megalantha,
Vochysia martiana,
Vochysia mariziana,
Vochysia mapuerae,
Vochysia magna,
Vochysia lopezpalacioi,
Vochysia liscanoi,
Vochysia lehmannii,
Vochysia ledouxii,
Vochysia laxiflora,
Vochysia venezuelana,
Vochysia tillettii,
Vochysia surinamensis,
Vochysia meridensis,
Vochysia jefensis,
Vochysia spathiphylla,
Vochysia pachyantha,
Vochysia ortegae,
Vochysia steyermarkiana,
Vochysia julianensis,
Vochysia catingae,
Vochysia cassiquiarensis,
Vochysia columbiensis,
Vochysia aurantiaca,
Vochysia assua,
Vochysia artantha,
Vochysia apopetala,
Vochysia angustifolia,
Vochysia allenii,
Vochysia pygmaea,
Vochysia bautistae,
Vochysia hannekesaskiae,
Vochysia gigantea,
Vochysia gentryi,
Vochysia garcia-barrigae,
Vochysia expansa,
Vochysia elegans,
Vochysia duquei,
Vochysia rubiginosa,
Species in the Vochysiaceae family
Callisthene dryadum,
Callisthene erythroclada,
Callisthene fasciculata,
Callisthene inundata,
Callisthene major,
Callisthene microphylla,
Callisthene minor,
Callisthene mollissima,
Erisma arietinum,
Erisma bicolor,
Erisma blancoa,
Erisma bracteosum,
Erisma calcaratum,
Erisma costatum,
Erisma djalma-batistae,
Erisma floribundum,
Erisma fuscum,
Erisma gracile,
Erisma japura,
Erisma lanceolatum,
Erisma laurifolium,
Erisma maliforme,
Erisma megalophyllum,
Erisma micranthum,
Erisma nitidum,
Erisma niveum,
Erisma silvae,
Erisma splendens,
Erisma tessmannii,
Erisma uncinatum,
Erisma panamense,
Erismadelphus exsul,
Erismadelphus sessilis,
Korupodendron songweanum,
Qualea marioniae,
Qualea johannabakkerae,
Qualea acuminata,
Qualea amapaensis,
Qualea amoena,
Qualea brasiliana,
Qualea brevipedicellata,
Qualea calantha,
Qualea calophylla,
Qualea clavata,
Qualea coerulea,
Qualea cordata,
Qualea cryptantha,
Qualea cyanea,
Qualea cymulosa,
Qualea decorticans,