Status:
valid
Authors:
(A.C.Sm.) Lombardi
Source:
tro
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Novon 14: 320 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001273988
Common Names
- Peritassa glabra
- Glabra Peritassa
- Glabra Peritassa Plant
Description
Peritassa glabra (also called Smooth Peritassa, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to China and is found in moist forests and grasslands. It is a small, evergreen shrub with white or pink flowers and oval-shaped leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Peritassa glabra is a popular ornamental plant. It is often used in rock gardens and as a groundcover in shady areas. It is also used in erosion control projects and as a soil stabilizer.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Peritassa glabra has small, white flowers that are followed by small, black berries. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Peritassa glabra is an evergreen, perennial plant native to Central America. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. To propagate from seeds, collect them when they are ripe and sow them on a moist, sterile, well-drained soil mix. To propagate from cuttings, take stem cuttings from a healthy plant and place them in a moist, sterile, well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not soggy and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.
Where to Find Peritassa glabra
Peritassa glabra is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It can be found in the tropical rainforest, growing in moist, shady areas.
Peritassa glabra FAQ
What is the scientific name of Peritassa glabra?
Peritassa glabra
What is the common name of Peritassa glabra?
Smooth Peritassa
Where is Peritassa glabra native to?
South Africa
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,