Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
panurensis
ID:
1306377

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Müll.Arg.) C.M.Taylor

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 99: 123 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318831

Common Names

  • Carapichea panurensis
  • Panurensis Carapichea
  • Carapichea Carapichea

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Description

Carapichea panurensis (also called 'Panure Carapichea', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with white flowers and grey-green leaves native to the Caribbean and Central America. It grows in moist forests, along streams and in wet areas.

Uses & Benefits

Carapichea panurensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Carapichea panurensis has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and brown, and its seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carapichea panurensis is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 10-11. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through cuttings taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Carapichea panurensis

Carapichea panurensis can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Carapichea panurensis FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Carapichea panurensis?

Carapichea panurensis prefers a warm, humid climate and grows best in partial shade.

What type of soil is best for Carapichea panurensis?

Carapichea panurensis prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.

How often should Carapichea panurensis be watered?

Carapichea panurensis should be watered regularly, but not too often, to prevent root rot.

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

Charlotte M. Taylor (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.M.Taylor' in the authors string.
Johannes Müller Argoviensis (1828-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Arg.' in the authors string.