Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
falcatosepala
ID:
502916

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.F.Morales

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Candollea 59: 162 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000502248

Common Names

  • Prestonia falcatosepala
  • Prestonia falcatosepalum
  • Prestonia falcatosepalus

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Description

Prestonia falcatosepala (also called Falcatosepala Prestonia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to South America. It has a single trunk and a dense, rounded crown. Its leaves are alternate, simple, and ovate with entire margins. It is found in dry forests and scrublands at elevations of up to 2,000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Prestonia falcatosepala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Prestonia falcatosepala are white in color and have a bell-shaped structure. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Prestonia falcatosepala is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and should be placed in a warm, sunny position.

Where to Find Prestonia falcatosepala

Prestonia falcatosepala is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean, and South America.

Prestonia falcatosepala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Prestonia falcatosepala?

Prestonia falcatosepala

What type of plant is Prestonia falcatosepala?

A shrub

Where is Prestonia falcatosepala native to?

South America

Species in the Prestonia genus

Prestonia amazonica, Prestonia annularis, Prestonia bahiensis, Prestonia brittonii, Prestonia calycina, Prestonia cayennensis, Prestonia clandestina, Prestonia coalita, Prestonia cordifolia, Prestonia cyaniphylla, Prestonia denticulata, Prestonia didyma, Prestonia discolor, Prestonia dusenii, Prestonia erecta, Prestonia exserta, Prestonia folsomii, Prestonia guianensis, Prestonia hammelii, Prestonia haughtii, Prestonia ipomaeifolia, Prestonia lacerata, Prestonia lagoensis, Prestonia lenticellata, Prestonia lindleyana, Prestonia longifolia, Prestonia megagros, Prestonia mexicana, Prestonia mollis, Prestonia morilloi, Prestonia mucronata, Prestonia parviflora, Prestonia parvifolia, Prestonia peregrina, Prestonia plumeriifolia, Prestonia portobellensis, Prestonia quinquangularis, Prestonia riedelii, Prestonia riverae, Prestonia robusta, Prestonia rotundifolia, Prestonia schumanniana, Prestonia seemannii, Prestonia solanifolia, Prestonia speciosa, Prestonia surinamensis, Prestonia tomentosa, Prestonia trifida, Prestonia tysonii, Prestonia vana,

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,

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