Status:
valid
Authors:
Pires
Source:
cmp
Year:
1950
Citation Micro:
Bol. Técn. Inst. Agron. N. 20: 47 (1950)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000733454
Common Names
- Quiina duckei
- Ducke's Quiina
- Duckei Quiina
Description
Quiina duckei (also called Ducke's Quiina, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Quiinaceae family. It is native to Brazil and grows in open woodlands and grassy areas. It has a shrub-like growth habit and produces yellow, star-shaped flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Quiina duckei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Quiina duckei are small, white to yellowish in color, and have four petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Quiina duckei is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is native to the tropical regions of South America. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is best done by cuttings, as the plant does not produce viable seeds. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix.
Where to Find Quiina duckei
Quiina duckei can be found in the tropical forests of South America.
Quiina duckei FAQ
What is the optimal temperature for Quiina duckei?
Quiina duckei prefers temperatures between 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit.
What type of soil does Quiina duckei prefer?
Quiina duckei prefers well-draining, slightly acidic soil.
How much light does Quiina duckei need?
Quiina duckei needs bright, indirect light.
Species in the Quiina genus
Quiina yatuensis,
Quiina amazonica,
Quiina blackii,
Quiina brevensis,
Quiina congesta,
Quiina cruegeriana,
Quiina decaisneana,
Quiina duckei,
Quiina florida,
Quiina glaziovii,
Quiina grandifolia,
Quiina guianensis,
Quiina indigofera,
Quiina integrifolia,
Quiina jamaicensis,
Quiina juruana,
Quiina klugii,
Quiina lanceolata,
Quiina leptoclada,
Quiina longifolia,
Quiina macrophylla,
Quiina magallano-gomesii,
Quiina maguirei,
Quiina negrensis,
Quiina obovata,
Quiina oiapocensis,
Quiina paraensis,
Quiina parvifolia,
Quiina pteridophylla,
Quiina pubescens,
Quiina rhytidopus,
Quiina rigidifolia,
Quiina sessilis,
Quiina tessmannii,
Quiina tinifolia,
Quiina ulei,
Quiina wurdackii,
Quiina maracaensis,
Quiina zamorensis,
Quiina sessilis,
Quiina attenuata,
Quiina berryi,
Quiina cidiana,
Quiina gentryi,
Quiina piresii,
Species in the Ochnaceae family