Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
siqueirae
ID:
1305650

Status:
valid

Authors:
Acev.-Rodr.

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 10: 2 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318104





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Description

Alatococcus siqueirae (also called 'Siqueira's Alatococcus', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 5 meters in height. It is native to the Atlantic Forest biome in Brazil. It is found in humid forests, often in areas with rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Alatococcus siqueirae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Alatococcus siqueirae are white, small and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alatococcus siqueirae can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings can be taken in late spring or summer and should be planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny spot.

Where to Find Alatococcus siqueirae

Alatococcus siqueirae can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

Alatococcus siqueirae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alatococcus siqueirae?

Alatococcus siqueirae

What is the common name of Alatococcus siqueirae?

Siqueira's alatococcus

What is the family of Alatococcus siqueirae?

Sapindaceae

Species in the Alatococcus genus

Species in the Sapindaceae family

References

Pedro Acevedo-Rodríguez (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Acev.-Rodr.' in the authors string.