Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
coeruleus
ID:
1304746

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nees & Mart.) Bruniera & Groppo

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
PLoS ONE 10(5): e0125650, 17. 2015 [7 May 2015]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001317200



Common Names

  • Conchocarpus coeruleus
  • Coeruleus Conchocarpus
  • Conchocarpus polyanthus


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Description

Conchocarpus coeruleus (also called Conchocarpus coerulea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has long, narrow leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in dry, sunny areas, such as deserts and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Conchocarpus coeruleus is used for its edible fruits, which are rich in vitamins and minerals. The leaves are used for thatching roofs and for making baskets and mats. The wood is used for construction, furniture, and fuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Conchocarpus coeruleus has small, white flowers and produces small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, unbranched stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Conchocarpus coeruleus is a tropical plant that is best grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. Propagation is best done by seed or division.

Where to Find Conchocarpus coeruleus

Conchocarpus coeruleus is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America, particularly in Brazil, Colombia, and Venezuela.

Conchocarpus coeruleus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Conchocarpus coeruleus?

Conchocarpus coeruleus

What is the common name of Conchocarpus coeruleus?

Unknown

What is the natural habitat of Conchocarpus coeruleus?

Tropical and subtropical dry shrublands

Species in the Conchocarpus genus

Conchocarpus acuminatus, Conchocarpus adenantherus, Conchocarpus bellus, Conchocarpus cauliflorus, Conchocarpus concinnus, Conchocarpus cuneifolius, Conchocarpus cyrtanthus, Conchocarpus dasyanthus, Conchocarpus diadematus, Conchocarpus elegans, Conchocarpus fanshawei, Conchocarpus fissicalyx, Conchocarpus fontanesianus, Conchocarpus furcatus, Conchocarpus gaudichaudianus, Conchocarpus grandiflorus, Conchocarpus grandis, Conchocarpus guyanensis, Conchocarpus heterophyllus, Conchocarpus hirsutus, Conchocarpus inopinatus, Conchocarpus insignis, Conchocarpus larensis, Conchocarpus longifolius, Conchocarpus longipes, Conchocarpus macrocarpus, Conchocarpus macrophyllus, Conchocarpus marginatus, Conchocarpus mastigophorus, Conchocarpus modestus, Conchocarpus nicaraguensis, Conchocarpus obovatus, Conchocarpus odoratissimus, Conchocarpus oppositifolius, Conchocarpus ovatus, Conchocarpus paniculatus, Conchocarpus pentandrus, Conchocarpus punctatus, Conchocarpus ramiflorus, Conchocarpus santosii, Conchocarpus silvestris, Conchocarpus sordidus, Conchocarpus toxicarius, Conchocarpus transitionalis, Conchocarpus ucayalinus, Conchocarpus minutiflorus, Conchocarpus racemosus, Conchocarpus hamadryadicus, Conchocarpus albiflorus, Conchocarpus coeruleus,

Species in the Rutaceae family

Acmadenia alternifolia, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia baileyensis, Acmadenia bodkinii, Acmadenia burchellii, Acmadenia candida, Acmadenia densifolia, Acmadenia faucitincta, Acmadenia flaccida, Acmadenia fruticosa, Acmadenia gracilis, Acmadenia heterophylla, Acmadenia kiwanensis, Acmadenia latifolia, Acmadenia laxa, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia macropetala, Acmadenia maculata, Acmadenia matroosbergensis, Acmadenia mundiana, Acmadenia nivea, Acmadenia nivenii, Acmadenia obtusata, Acmadenia patentifolia, Acmadenia rourkeana, Acmadenia rupicola, Acmadenia sheilae, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia tetracarpellata, Acmadenia tetragona, Acmadenia trigona, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia wittebergensis, Acradenia euodiiformis, Acradenia frankliniae, Acronychia richards-beehleri, Acronychia aberrans, Acronychia acidula, Acronychia acronychioides, Acronychia acuminata, Acronychia arfakensis, Acronychia baeuerlenii, Acronychia brassii, Acronychia carrii, Acronychia cartilaginea, Acronychia chooreechillum,

References

Christian Gottfried Daniel Nees von Esenbeck (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nees' in the authors string.
Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.
Milton Groppo (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Groppo' in the authors string.
Carla P. Bruniera: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bruniera' in the authors string.
Flora e Funga do Brasil record FB605145: Based on the initial data import