Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dilleniales
Species:
spraguei
ID:
654200

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cheesman

Source:
cmp

Year:
1947

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trinidad & Tobago 1: 473 (1947)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000653532



Common Names

  • Doliocarpus spraguei
  • Sprague's Doliocarpus
  • Sprague's Carrotwood


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Synonyms

  • Calinea scandens Aubl. [unknown]
  • Doliocarpus calinea J.F.Gmel. [unknown]
  • Doliocarpus calineus St.-Lag. [unknown]
  • Doliocarpus scandens Gilg [unknown]

Description

Doliocarpus spraguei (also called Spraguei, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a single trunk and a rounded crown. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It grows in humid forests, at elevations of up to 1,500 m.

Uses & Benefits

Doliocarpus spraguei is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Doliocarpus spraguei has white, bell-shaped flowers that bloom in the spring. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Doliocarpus spraguei is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Colombia. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained, moist soil and partial shade. It can tolerate temperatures as low as 10°C (50°F).

Where to Find Doliocarpus spraguei

Doliocarpus spraguei is native to Brazil.

Doliocarpus spraguei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Doliocarpus spraguei?

Doliocarpus spraguei

What is the common name of Doliocarpus spraguei?

Sprague's Doliocarpus

Where is Doliocarpus spraguei found?

Central and South America

Species in the Doliocarpus genus

Doliocarpus leiophyllus, Doliocarpus paucinervis, Doliocarpus schultesianus, Doliocarpus triananus, Doliocarpus amazonicus, Doliocarpus aracaensis, Doliocarpus areolatus, Doliocarpus aureobaccatus, Doliocarpus brevipedicellatus, Doliocarpus carnevaliorum, Doliocarpus chocoensis, Doliocarpus dasyanthus, Doliocarpus dentatus, Doliocarpus dressleri, Doliocarpus elegans, Doliocarpus elliptifolius, Doliocarpus foreroi, Doliocarpus gentryi, Doliocarpus glomeratus, Doliocarpus gracilis, Doliocarpus grandiflorus, Doliocarpus guianensis, Doliocarpus herrerae, Doliocarpus hispidobaccatus, Doliocarpus hispidus, Doliocarpus humboldtianus, Doliocarpus kubitzkii, Doliocarpus lancifolius, Doliocarpus liesneri, Doliocarpus lombardii, Doliocarpus lopez-palacii, Doliocarpus macrocarpus, Doliocarpus magnificus, Doliocarpus major, Doliocarpus multiflorus, Doliocarpus nitidus, Doliocarpus novogranatensis, Doliocarpus olivaceus, Doliocarpus ortegae, Doliocarpus paraensis, Doliocarpus pipolyi, Doliocarpus prancei, Doliocarpus pruskii, Doliocarpus sagolianus, Doliocarpus savannarum, Doliocarpus schottianus, Doliocarpus sellowianus, Doliocarpus sessiliflorus, Doliocarpus spatulifolius, Doliocarpus spraguei,

Species in the Dilleniaceae family

Acrotrema agastyamalayanum, Acrotrema arnottianum, Acrotrema costatum, Acrotrema dissectum, Acrotrema intermedium, Acrotrema lanceolatum, Acrotrema lyratum, Acrotrema thwaitesii, Acrotrema uniflorum, Acrotrema walkeri, Curatella americana, Davilla bahiana, Davilla bilobata, Davilla neei, Davilla alata, Davilla angustifolia, Davilla aspera, Davilla cearensis, Davilla cuatrecasasii, Davilla cuspidulata, Davilla elliptica, Davilla flexuosa, Davilla glabrata, Davilla glaziovii, Davilla grandiflora, Davilla kubitzkii, Davilla kunthii, Davilla lacunosa, Davilla latifolia, Davilla macrocarpa, Davilla morii, Davilla nitida, Davilla papyracea, Davilla pedicellaris, Davilla rugosa, Davilla sellowiana, Davilla steyermarkii, Davilla strigosa, Davilla aymardii, Davilla minutifolia, Davilla sessilifolia, Davilla lanosa, Davilla hirsuticarpa, Didesmandra aspera, Dillenia alata, Dillenia albiflos, Dillenia andamanica, Dillenia aurea, Dillenia auriculata, Dillenia beccariana,

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