Status:
valid
Authors:
Huamantupa
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Revista Peru. Biol. 18: 275 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333169
Common Names
- Awasensis Vochysia
- Awasen Vochysia
- Awasen's Vochysia
Description
Vochysia awasensis (also called 'Awas Vochysia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Vochysiaceae. It is native to tropical South America, from Brazil to Peru. It is a shrub growing to 3 m tall, with elliptic leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in shady, moist, tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Vochysia awasensis is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Vochysia awasensis has small, yellow-green flowers with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Vochysia awasensis can be propagated by cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. The plant prefers partial shade and should be protected from strong winds.
Where to Find Vochysia awasensis
Vochysia awasensis is native to the Amazon rainforest and can be found in the tropical forests of Brazil, Peru, and Colombia.
Vochysia awasensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vochysia awasensis?
Vochysia awasensis
What is the common name of Vochysia awasensis?
Awas Vochysia
What is the natural habitat of Vochysia awasensis?
Vochysia awasensis is found in tropical forests in Southeast Asia
Species in the Vochysia genus
Vochysia pacifica,
Vochysia saccata,
Vochysia penae,
Vochysia pauciflora,
Vochysia calophylla,
Vochysia tucanorum,
Vochysia tomentosa,
Vochysia splendens,
Vochysia rotundifolia,
Vochysia vismiifolia,
Vochysia jonkeri,
Vochysia megalantha,
Vochysia martiana,
Vochysia mariziana,
Vochysia mapuerae,
Vochysia magna,
Vochysia lopezpalacioi,
Vochysia liscanoi,
Vochysia lehmannii,
Vochysia ledouxii,
Vochysia laxiflora,
Vochysia venezuelana,
Vochysia tillettii,
Vochysia surinamensis,
Vochysia meridensis,
Vochysia jefensis,
Vochysia spathiphylla,
Vochysia pachyantha,
Vochysia ortegae,
Vochysia steyermarkiana,
Vochysia julianensis,
Vochysia catingae,
Vochysia cassiquiarensis,
Vochysia columbiensis,
Vochysia aurantiaca,
Vochysia assua,
Vochysia artantha,
Vochysia apopetala,
Vochysia angustifolia,
Vochysia allenii,
Vochysia pygmaea,
Vochysia bautistae,
Vochysia hannekesaskiae,
Vochysia gigantea,
Vochysia gentryi,
Vochysia garcia-barrigae,
Vochysia expansa,
Vochysia elegans,
Vochysia duquei,
Vochysia rubiginosa,
Species in the Vochysiaceae family
Callisthene dryadum,
Callisthene erythroclada,
Callisthene fasciculata,
Callisthene inundata,
Callisthene major,
Callisthene microphylla,
Callisthene minor,
Callisthene mollissima,
Erisma arietinum,
Erisma bicolor,
Erisma blancoa,
Erisma bracteosum,
Erisma calcaratum,
Erisma costatum,
Erisma djalma-batistae,
Erisma floribundum,
Erisma fuscum,
Erisma gracile,
Erisma japura,
Erisma lanceolatum,
Erisma laurifolium,
Erisma maliforme,
Erisma megalophyllum,
Erisma micranthum,
Erisma nitidum,
Erisma niveum,
Erisma silvae,
Erisma splendens,
Erisma tessmannii,
Erisma uncinatum,
Erisma panamense,
Erismadelphus exsul,
Erismadelphus sessilis,
Korupodendron songweanum,
Qualea marioniae,
Qualea johannabakkerae,
Qualea acuminata,
Qualea amapaensis,
Qualea amoena,
Qualea brasiliana,
Qualea brevipedicellata,
Qualea calantha,
Qualea calophylla,
Qualea clavata,
Qualea coerulea,
Qualea cordata,
Qualea cryptantha,
Qualea cyanea,
Qualea cymulosa,
Qualea decorticans,