Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
capsularis
ID:
265397

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Ann. Wiener Mus. Naturgesch. 1: 175. 1836

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000264729

Common Names

  • Capsular Silkpod
  • Capsular Parsonia
  • Capsular Silk Vine

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Synonyms

  • Parsonsia capsularis grandiflora Carse [unknown]
  • Parsonsia capsularis ochracea Colenso [unknown]
  • Parsonsia capsularis parviflora Carse [unknown]
  • Parsonsia capsularis rosea (Raoul) Cockayne [unknown]
  • Parsonsia capsularis tenuis G.Simpson & J.S.Thomson [unknown]
  • Parsonsia forsteri G.Don [unknown]
  • Parsonsia ochracea Colenso [unknown]
  • Parsonsia rosea Raoul [unknown]
  • Parsonsia variabilis Baill. ex S.Moore [unknown]
  • Parsonsia variabilis Lindl. [unknown]
  • Periploca capsularis G.Forst. [unknown]
  • Periploca forsteri Decne. [unknown]
  • Periploca capsularis G.Forst. [unknown]

Description

Parsonsia capsularis (also called 'Capsule Silkpod', among many other common names) is a woody climber native to Australia. It has alternate, oblong leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in open forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Parsonsia capsularis is a popular ornamental plant, often used in flower arrangements and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Parsonsia capsularis is white with a yellow lip, and is about 1 cm in size. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Parsonsia capsularis is a fast-growing, evergreen vine that is native to the subtropical rainforests of Australia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep moist. To propagate from cuttings, take a cutting from a healthy stem and root it in a moist potting mix. Keep the cutting in a warm, humid environment until it has rooted. Once rooted, it can be transplanted into its permanent location.

Where to Find Parsonsia capsularis

Parsonsia capsularis can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Parsonsia capsularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Parsonsia capsularis?

Parsonsia capsularis

What is the common name of Parsonsia capsularis?

Capsule Parsonsia

Where is Parsonsia capsularis native to?

Australia

Species in the Parsonsia genus

Parsonsia affinis, Parsonsia alboflavescens, Parsonsia aneityensis, Parsonsia apiculata, Parsonsia appressa, Parsonsia bartlensis, Parsonsia blakeana, Parsonsia brachiata, Parsonsia brisbanensis, Parsonsia brownii, Parsonsia burnensis, Parsonsia capsularis, Parsonsia catalpaecarpa, Parsonsia celebica, Parsonsia constricta, Parsonsia crebriflora, Parsonsia curvisepala, Parsonsia densiflora, Parsonsia densivestita, Parsonsia diaphanophlebia, Parsonsia dorrigoensis, Parsonsia edulis, Parsonsia effusa, Parsonsia eucalyptophylla, Parsonsia ferruginea, Parsonsia flavescens, Parsonsia flexilis, Parsonsia flexuosa, Parsonsia franchetii, Parsonsia fulva, Parsonsia goniostemon, Parsonsia grandiflora, Parsonsia grayana, Parsonsia hebetica, Parsonsia heterocapsa, Parsonsia heterophylla, Parsonsia howeana, Parsonsia inae, Parsonsia induplicata, Parsonsia kimberleyensis, Parsonsia kroombitensis, Parsonsia laevis, Parsonsia lanceolata, Parsonsia langiana, Parsonsia larcomensis, Parsonsia largiflorens, Parsonsia lata, Parsonsia latifolia, Parsonsia laxiflora, Parsonsia leichhardtii,

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-147843: Based on the initial data import
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.