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Coutarea hexandra

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Family: Rubiaceae • Genus: Coutarea • Region: NORTHERN AMERICA: Mexico (Chiapas) SOUTHERN AMERICA: Costa Rica, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Panama, El Salvador, Guyana, Suriname, Venezuela, Brazil, Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Argentina, Paraguay

Summary: Coutarea hexandra (Unknown) is a plant in the Rubiaceae family. Verdica documents 0 traditional uses, 0 phytochemical compounds, and 0 herb-drug interactions for this species.

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About Coutarea hexandra

Coutera hexandra is a semideciduous plant that grows up to 6 m tall with a short, usually crooked bole. It is often planted as an ornamental plant. It is commonly found in South America and grows well under sunny condition and moist soil. The bark is used in the treatment of malaria and fever. The wood is moderately heavy and hard but not very durable. It is used for tool handles, fuel and charcoal. Argentina, Paraguay, Brazil, Bolivia, Peru, Ecuador, Colombia, Venezuela, the Guyanas; C. America - Panama to Mexico; Caribbean- Trinidad

Care Information

SunlightPartial shade to full sun
WateringRegular — keep soil consistently moist
SoilRich, moist, well-drained
Hardiness ZoneMostly tropical (USDA 9-12)

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