Simira — 7 species
Botanical species in the genus Simira recorded in the PlantPeers database.
Simira gardneriana
Simira gardneriana
Family: Rubiaceae
Cultivation
A plant of the 'Caatinga' dry forest region of northeast Brazil. The climate is hot and dry, there are usually 6 to 11 months without rain each year. The mean annual rainfall varies from 250 - 1,000mm, and the mean annual temperature is from 24 - 26°c.
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Simira glaziovii
Simira glaziovii
Family: Rubiaceae
Cultivation
Grows best in a sunny position. Prefers a well-drained soil. Young plants have a fast rate of growth.
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Simira maxonii
Simira maxonii
Family: Rubiaceae
Cultivation
A plant of low areas in the tropics, usually found at elevations below 200 metres. The fruits are reported to take 2 years to mature. The side branches sometimes harbour ants.
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Simira sampaioana
Simira sampaioana
Family: Rubiaceae
Cultivation
Grows best in a sunny position. Prefers a moist, fertile soil in the wild. Young plants are fast-growing.
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