Palicourea albaniana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
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Species:
albaniana
ID:
1581763
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.M.Taylor
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WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000042694
Common Names
- Palicourea Albaniana
- Albaniana Palicourea
- Palicourea of Albaniana
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Palicourea albaniana (also called 'Albaniana Palicourea', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Central America. It typically grows to a height of 3-4 m and is characterized by its large, glossy leaves and clusters of small, white flowers. It is found in humid forests and along the edges of streams.
Uses & Benefits
Palicourea albaniana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant. It is used to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Palicourea albaniana is white to pale pink in color, with a long corolla tube and a five-lobed calyx. The seed is a small, round, black, shiny seed. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of opposite leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Palicourea albaniana is a tropical shrub native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Palicourea albaniana
Palicourea albaniana can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Palicourea albaniana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Palicourea albaniana?
Palicourea albaniana
What are the common names of Palicourea albaniana?
Common names include guayabo de montaña, guayabo de monte, and guayabo de la sierra.
What is the natural habitat of Palicourea albaniana?
Palicourea albaniana is found in tropical wet and moist forests in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Species in the Palicourea genus
Palicourea abbreviata, Palicourea acanthacea, Palicourea acetosoides, Palicourea adusta, Palicourea aeneofusca, Palicourea affinis, Palicourea albert-smithii, Palicourea albiflora, Palicourea albocaerulea, Palicourea alpina, Palicourea amapaensis, Palicourea amethystina, Palicourea amplissima, Palicourea anacardiifolia, Palicourea andaluciana, Palicourea anderssoniana, Palicourea andrei, Palicourea angustifolia, Palicourea anianguana, Palicourea anisoloba, Palicourea antioquiana, Palicourea apicata, Palicourea aristei, Palicourea aschersonianoides, Palicourea asplundii, Palicourea attenuata, Palicourea australis, Palicourea awa, Palicourea azurea, Palicourea barraensis, Palicourea bella, Palicourea bellula, Palicourea blanchetiana, Palicourea bostrychostachya, Palicourea boyacana, Palicourea brachyloba, Palicourea brachystigma, Palicourea bracteosa, Palicourea brasiliensis, Palicourea brenesii, Palicourea buchtienii, Palicourea buntingii, Palicourea coerulea, Palicourea calantha, Palicourea caloneura, Palicourea calophlebia, Palicourea calophylla, Palicourea calothyrsus, Palicourea calycina, Palicourea canaguensis,
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,