Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
flexuosa
ID:
1047827

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.C.Sm.

Source:
tro

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 28: 357 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001047165

Common Names

  • Flexuous Periclesia
  • Flexuosa Periclesia
  • Periclesia flexuosa

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Description

Periclesia flexuosa (also called 'Flexuosa Periclesia', among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates, and prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Periclesia flexuosa is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Periclesia flexuosa has small white flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have short, thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Periclesia flexuosa is a small, evergreen shrub native to the Caribbean. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established and can tolerate temperatures down to 25°F (-4°C).

Where to Find Periclesia flexuosa

Periclesia flexuosa is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Species in the Periclesia genus

Species in the Ericaceae family