Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
coquimbense
ID:
1232292

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gereau & Martic.

Source:
tro

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Novon 5(2): 154. 1995

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001231630



Common Names

  • Polycarpon coquimbense
  • Coquimbo Polycarpon
  • Coquimbo Moss


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Description

Polycarpon coquimbense (also called Coquimbo Polycarpon, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to Colombia, Venezuela and Peru and is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Polycarpon coquimbense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in floral arrangements and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Polycarpon coquimbense has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters. Its seeds are small, dark brown and have a glossy surface. The seedlings are small, with green, scale-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polycarpon coquimbense is a species of flowering plant in the family Caryophyllaceae. It is native to Chile. It is an evergreen shrub that grows to 1-2 m in height. Propagation is best done by cuttings taken from semi-ripe wood. These should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a mixture of peat and sand. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are well-rooted.

Where to Find Polycarpon coquimbense

Polycarpon coquimbense is native to Chile and can be found in dry, sunny areas.

Polycarpon coquimbense FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Polycarpon coquimbense?

Polycarpon coquimbense is native to the Andes Mountains of Chile.

What is the average size of Polycarpon coquimbense?

Polycarpon coquimbense typically grows to a height of 1-2 m.

What is the best soil type for Polycarpon coquimbense?

Polycarpon coquimbense prefers moist, well-drained soil.

Species in the Caryophyllaceae family

Acanthophyllum acerosum, Acanthophyllum aculeatum, Acanthophyllum adenophorum, Acanthophyllum albidum, Acanthophyllum andarabicum, Acanthophyllum andersenii, Acanthophyllum anisocladum, Acanthophyllum bilobum, Acanthophyllum bracteatum, Acanthophyllum brevibracteatum, Acanthophyllum caespitosum, Acanthophyllum coloratum, Acanthophyllum crassifolium, Acanthophyllum cyrtostegium, Acanthophyllum diezianum, Acanthophyllum elatius, Acanthophyllum fissicalyx, Acanthophyllum glandulosum, Acanthophyllum gracile, Acanthophyllum grandiflorum, Acanthophyllum kabulicum, Acanthophyllum kandaharicum, Acanthophyllum knorringianum, Acanthophyllum korolkowii, Acanthophyllum korshinskyi, Acanthophyllum krascheninnikovii, Acanthophyllum lamondiae, Acanthophyllum laxiflorum, Acanthophyllum laxiusculum, Acanthophyllum lilacinum, Acanthophyllum longicalyx, Acanthophyllum macrodon, Acanthophyllum maimanense, Acanthophyllum mikeschinianum, Acanthophyllum mucronatum, Acanthophyllum oppositiflorum, Acanthophyllum pachycephalum, Acanthophyllum pachystegium, Acanthophyllum pleiostegium, Acanthophyllum popovii, Acanthophyllum pulcherrimum, Acanthophyllum pulchrum, Acanthophyllum pungens, Acanthophyllum raphiophyllum, Acanthophyllum recurvum, Acanthophyllum sarawschanicum, Acanthophyllum scapiflorum, Acanthophyllum schugnanicum, Acanthophyllum sordidum, Acanthophyllum speciosum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50067769: Based on the initial data import
Clodomiro Fidel Segundo Marticorena (1929-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Martic.' in the authors string.
Roy Emile Gereau (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gereau' in the authors string.