Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
pauciflora
ID:
425188

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steyerm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Venez. Ci. Nat. 26: 424 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000424520



Common Names

  • Vochysia pauciflora
  • Pauciflora Vochysia
  • Vochysia


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Description

Vochysia pauciflora (also called Pauciflorous vochysia, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree native to tropical Central and South America. It has a spreading habit and grows to a height of 10-20 m. Its leaves are oblong and its flowers are yellow. It grows in moist, open areas, such as meadows, grasslands, and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Vochysia pauciflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and rheumatism.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vochysia pauciflora has small, yellowish-green flowers, each with three petals. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vochysia pauciflora is a semi-evergreen, perennial tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is native to Central and South America and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Vochysia pauciflora

Vochysia pauciflora can be found in tropical and subtropical areas of Central and South America.

Vochysia pauciflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vochysia pauciflora?

Vochysia pauciflora

What is the family of Vochysia pauciflora?

Vochysiaceae

What is the native range of Vochysia pauciflora?

Madagascar

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,

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