Phaulopsis micrantha - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
micrantha
ID:
393821
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Benth.) C.B.Clarke
Source:
cmp
Year:
1899
Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr. 5: 85 (1899)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000393153
Common Names
- Small-flowered Phaulopsis
- Small-flowered Phaulopsis Tree
- Small-flowered Phaulopsis Bush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Phaulopsis micrantha (also called Small-Flower Phaulopsis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to West Africa. It has a climbing stem with alternate, ovate to heart-shaped leaves and yellowish-green flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in open areas and disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Phaulopsis micrantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Phaulopsis micrantha is white and bell-shaped. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and green.
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Phaulopsis micrantha is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade and can tolerate drought. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Phaulopsis micrantha
Phaulopsis micrantha is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Phaulopsis micrantha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phaulopsis micrantha?
Phaulopsis micrantha
What are the common names of Phaulopsis micrantha?
Small-flowered False Aralia
What is the natural habitat of Phaulopsis micrantha?
Tropical rainforests of Central and South America
Species in the Phaulopsis genus
Phaulopsis semiconica, Phaulopsis aequivoca, Phaulopsis symmetrica, Phaulopsis grandiflora, Phaulopsis ciliata, Phaulopsis imbricata, Phaulopsis angolana, Phaulopsis barteri, Phaulopsis sangana, Phaulopsis micrantha, Phaulopsis marcelinoi, Phaulopsis lindaviana, Phaulopsis latiloba, Phaulopsis lankesterioides, Phaulopsis johnstonii, Phaulopsis rupestris, Phaulopsis micrantha, Phaulopsis dorsiflora, Phaulopsis savannicola, Phaulopsis talbotii, Phaulopsis verticillaris, Phaulopsis gediensis, Phaulopsis pulchella,
Species in the Acanthaceae family
Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,
References
Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:53019-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.