Peritassa compta - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
compta
ID:
395474
Status:
valid
Authors:
Miers
Source:
cmp
Year:
1872
Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 28: 405 (1872)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000394806
Common Names
- Peritassa compta
- Compta Peritassa
- Compte's Peritassa
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- Peritassa laevigata obtusa Peyr. [unknown]
- Salacia laevigata obtusa Peyr. [unknown]
Description
Peritassa compta (also called 'Giant Hogweed', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region and Central Asia. It has a large, hollow stem with purple spots and bristly hairs, and large, deeply lobed leaves. It grows in sunny, open habitats, such as roadsides, meadows, and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Peritassa compta is a plant native to tropical regions of South America. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Peritassa compta is small, white and bell-shaped. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings are small and green.
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Peritassa compta is a tropical shrub that can be grown in a variety of climates. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a warm, moist soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix.
Where to Find Peritassa compta
Peritassa compta is native to South America and can be found in Bolivia, Colombia, and Peru.
Peritassa compta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Peritassa compta?
Peritassa compta
What type of plant is Peritassa compta?
It is a species of shrub
Where is Peritassa compta found?
It is found in Mexico and Central America
Species in the Peritassa genus
Peritassa pruinosa, Peritassa peruviana, Peritassa laevigata, Peritassa huanucana, Peritassa compta, Peritassa campestris, Peritassa sadleri, Peritassa longifolia, Peritassa myrsinoides, Peritassa petiolata, Peritassa manaoara, Peritassa nectandrifolia, Peritassa mexiae, Peritassa bullata, Peritassa dulcis, Peritassa killipii, Peritassa flaviflora, Peritassa calypsoides, Peritassa hatschbachii, Peritassa glabra, Peritassa formidolosa,
Species in the Celastraceae family
Acanthothamnus aphyllus, Allocassine laurifolia, Anthodon decussatus, Anthodon panamense, Apatophyllum constablei, Apatophyllum flavovirens, Apatophyllum macgillivrayi, Apatophyllum olsenii, Apatophyllum teretifolium, Apodostigma pallens, Arnicratea cambodiana, Arnicratea ferruginea, Bequaertia mucronata, Brassiantha pentamera, Brassiantha hedraiantheroides, Brexia alaticarpa, Brexia australis, Brexia madagascariensis, Brexia marioniae, Brexiella cymosa, Brexiella ilicifolia, Campylostemon angolense, Campylostemon bequaertii, Campylostemon danckelmannianus, Campylostemon laurentii, Campylostemon lindequistianus, Campylostemon mitophorus, Campylostemon warneckeanum, Canotia holacantha, Canotia wendtii, Cassine albens, Cassine balae, Cassine burkeana, Cassine congylos, Cassine grossa, Cassine kedarnathii, Cassine koordersii, Cassine megaphylla, Cassine micrantha, Cassine obiensis, Cassine parvifolia, Cassine peragua, Cassine kamurensis, Catha edulis, Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2408479: Based on the initial data import
John Miers (1789-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miers' in the authors string.