Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rupicola
ID:
397868

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Robyns) W.S.Alverson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Novon 4: 7 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000397200



Common Names

  • Pachira Rupicola
  • Rupicola Pachira
  • Rupicola Tree


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Synonyms

  • Bombacopsis rupicola A.Robyns [unknown]

Description

Pachira rupicola (also called Rupicolous Pachira, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree native to Brazil. It has small, fragrant white flowers and small, glossy, dark green leaves. It grows in moist, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pachira rupicola has a variety of medicinal uses, including treating fever, headaches, and digestive issues. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and has been used to make dyes for fabrics and baskets.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pachira rupicola has small yellow flowers with a white center. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pachira rupicola is a tropical evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of branches and planted in a moist, sandy soil mix. Both should be kept in a warm, humid environment and given plenty of bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Pachira rupicola

Pachira rupicola is a species of flowering plant in the family Malvaceae. It is native to Central and South America, including Belize, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, and Panama.

Pachira rupicola FAQ

What is the common name of Pachira rupicola?

Rocky Pachira

What is the growth rate of Pachira rupicola?

Moderate

What is the soil type of Pachira rupicola?

Well-drained soil

Species in the Pachira genus

Pachira rupicola, Pachira trinitensis, Pachira tocantina, Pachira tepuiensis, Pachira subandina, Pachira speciosa, Pachira sordida, Pachira sessilis, Pachira yapacanae, Pachira rurrenabaqueana, Pachira glabra, Pachira liesneri, Pachira insignis, Pachira humilis, Pachira gracilis, Pachira macrocalyx, Pachira fuscolepidota, Pachira flaviflora, Pachira faroensis, Pachira emarginata, Pachira dugandeana, Pachira duckei, Pachira robynsii, Pachira retusa, Pachira pulchra, Pachira pseudofaroensis, Pachira patinoi, Pachira paraensis, Pachira orinocensis, Pachira cubensis, Pachira obovata, Pachira nitida, Pachira nervosa, Pachira mutisiana, Pachira morae, Pachira minor, Pachira mawarinumae, Pachira cowanii, Pachira coriacea, Pachira calophylla, Pachira aquatica, Pachira amazonica, Pachira aracamuniana, Pachira brevipes, Pachira punga-schunkei, Pachira dolichocalyx, Pachira endecaphylla,

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2412485: Based on the initial data import
André Georges Marie Walter Albert Robyns (1935-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Robyns' in the authors string.
William Surprison Alverson (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.S.Alverson' in the authors string.