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placa chiquitu
Scientific Name: Antirhea acutata
Family: Rubiaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Tree, Shrub
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Antirhea acutata (DC.) Urb.
Also known as Placa Chiquitu, Antirhea acutata is a perennial tree shrub.
Common Names:
- Placa Chiquitu (English, Papiamento - Dutch Caribbean)
- Rambehi (Papiamento - Dutch Caribbean)
- Palu di pushi (Dutch Antilles)
- Quina
Considerations for Pets:
The plant is known by the name "palu di pushi" in the Dutch Antilles, which may be relevant for cat owners.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature:
- Accepted Scientific Name: Stenostomum acutatum DC.
- Synonym: Antirhea acutata (DC.) Urb.
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Family: Rubiaceae
- Note: The text also mentions families Sapotaceae and Ehretiaceae in relation to other plants.
Distribution and Habitat:
- Antilles
- Dominica
- Dominican Republic
- Mexico
- Cuba
Morphological Characteristics:
- Evergreen shrub that can become a small tree.
- Typically measures 1 to 3 meters in height, but can reach 8 meters.
Growing Conditions:
- Suggested to be grown outdoors year-round.
- Tolerant of very harsh temperatures and cold weather.
Interactions with Other Organisms:
The text only mentions interactions incidentally and is not helpful.
Further Information:
- Discover Life offers pages about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Antirhea acutata.