Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
tomentosa
ID:
392760

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1767

Citation Micro:
Mant. Pl. : 53 (1767)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000392092

Common Names

  • Pergularia tomentosa
  • Downy Pergularia
  • Tomentose Pergularia

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Synonyms

  • Pergularia odora Salisb. [unknown]
  • Telosma tomentosa (L.) M.R.Almeida [unknown]
  • Asclepias cordata Forssk. [illegitimate]
  • Doemia caudata Vierh. [unknown]
  • Daemia cordata (Forssk.) R.Br. [unknown]
  • Doemia incana Decne. [unknown]
  • Doemia schmittiana Pomel [unknown]
  • Doemia tomentosa (L.) Pomel [unknown]

Description

Pergularia tomentosa (also called Dwarf Periwinkle, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub with small, oval leaves and white flowers. It is native to Europe and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pergularia tomentosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pergularia tomentosa is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pergularia tomentosa is a perennial herb that prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is propagated by division in spring or autumn. The roots should be divided into sections with at least one bud per section. The divisions should be planted in a sunny location in well-drained soil and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Pergularia tomentosa

Pergularia tomentosa can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Greece, Turkey, Cyprus, and the Middle East.

Pergularia tomentosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pergularia tomentosa?

Pergularia tomentosa

What is the common name of Pergularia tomentosa?

Downy Pergularia

Where is Pergularia tomentosa native to?

Southern Europe and North Africa

Species in the Pergularia genus

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