Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
panamensis
ID:
691766

Status:
valid

Authors:
Spellman

Source:
cmp

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 62: 138 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000691099

Common Names

  • Fischeria panamensis
  • Panamensis Fischeria
  • Fischeria Panamensis

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Description

Fischeria panamensis (also called Panama Fischeria, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central America. It has small, white flowers and small, oval leaves. It grows in a variety of habitats, including forests, woodland edges, and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Fischeria panamensis is an ornamental plant used in landscaping. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and sore throat.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Fischeria panamensis has white flowers with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped capsule with a single seed inside. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon and a pair of opposite, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Fischeria panamensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. It prefers full sun to partial shade.

Where to Find Fischeria panamensis

Fischeria panamensis is native to Central and South America and can be found in the countries of Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, and Venezuela.

Fischeria panamensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Fischeria panamensis?

Fischeria panamensis

What are the common names of Fischeria panamensis?

Panamanian Fischeria, Panamanian's Fischeria

Where is Fischeria panamensis found?

Fischeria panamensis is found in Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean

Species in the Apocynaceae family

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References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2813045: Based on the initial data import
David L. Spellman: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spellman' in the authors string.