Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
sulphurea
ID:
283817

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Schum.) Keay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 28: 32 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000283149



Common Names

  • Preussiodora sulphurea
  • Sulphur Preussiodora
  • Sulphur False Ashoka


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Synonyms

  • Randia exserta K.Schum. [valid]
  • Randia sulphurea K.Schum. [valid]

Description

Preussiodora sulphurea (also called Sulphur Preussiodora, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a height of up to 8 meters. It is native to Central America and the Caribbean, and is found in tropical dry forests, tropical moist forests, and tropical wet forests.

Uses & Benefits

Preussiodora sulphurea is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, malaria, and other illnesses. It is also used as a dye and as a source of natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Preussiodora sulphurea is a yellow, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, dark green plant with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Preussiodora sulphurea is a fast-growing, evergreen, tropical tree that can reach up to 30 feet in height. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Preussiodora sulphurea

Preussiodora sulphurea can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Preussiodora sulphurea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Preussiodora sulphurea?

Preussiodora sulphurea

What is the common name of Preussiodora sulphurea?

Sulphurea

What is the natural habitat of Preussiodora sulphurea?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

Species in the Preussiodora genus

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-165432: Based on the initial data import
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
Ronald William John Keay (1920-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Keay' in the authors string.