Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
froesii
ID:
1249632

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kallunki

Source:
tro

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 50: 508 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001248970



Common Names

  • Ticorea froesii
  • Ticorea froesii var. froesii
  • Ticorea froesii var. setuliseta


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Description

Ticorea froesii (also called Froesii, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that typically grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to the Andes of Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru, and is found in humid montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ticorea froesii is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. The leaves can also be used as a tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ticorea froesii has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ticorea froesii can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. For seed propagation, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. For stem cuttings, cut a stem just below a node and place it in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and the cutting should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Ticorea froesii

Ticorea froesii is native to Brazil. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Ticorea froesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ticorea froesii?

Ticorea froesii

What is the family of Ticorea froesii?

Melastomataceae

What is the common name of Ticorea froesii?

Froes' Ticorea

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,

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