Status:
valid
Authors:
Lombardi
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2021
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 491(1): 79. 2021
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000028358
Description
Peritassa formidolosa (also called Formidable Peritassa, among many other common names) is an annual herb species native to South America. It grows in tufts and has a height of up to 30 cm. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas in Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
Uses & Benefits
Peritassa formidolosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used medicinally for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Peritassa formidolosa are small and white. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single stem and two small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Peritassa formidolosa is a shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C. Pruning is recommended to keep the plant in shape.
Where to Find Peritassa formidolosa
Peritassa formidolosa can be found in the tropical forests of Brazil.
Peritassa formidolosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Peritassa formidolosa?
Peritassa formidolosa
What is the family of Peritassa formidolosa?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Peritassa formidolosa?
Formidable Peritassa
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,