Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
petiolaris
ID:
396645

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) C.M.Weiller

Source:
ksu

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 9: 514 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000395977

Common Names

  • Planocarpa petiolaris
  • Petiolar Planocarpa
  • Cup-Fruit

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Synonyms

  • Leucopogon petiolaris DC. [valid]
  • Styphelia petiolaris (DC.) Sleumer [valid]
  • Styphelia hookeri F.Muell. [valid]
  • Cyathodes adscendens Hook.f. [valid]
  • Cyathodes petiolaris (DC.) Druce [valid]

Description

Planocarpa petiolaris (also called Petiolate Planocarpa, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to India. It has a thick, tuberous rootstock and long, slender stems that can reach up to 1 meter in height. It is found in moist, shady areas in the mountains and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Planocarpa petiolaris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Planocarpa petiolaris is small and white. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Planocarpa petiolaris is a slow-growing evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height and width. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through stem cuttings in the spring or early summer. Take cuttings from semi-ripe wood and place in a moist, well-drained potting mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until roots form.

Where to Find Planocarpa petiolaris

Planocarpa petiolaris can be found in the tropical forests of South America.

Planocarpa petiolaris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Planocarpa petiolaris?

Planocarpa petiolaris

What are the common names of Planocarpa petiolaris?

Petiolar planocarpa, Petiolar planocarpaceae

What is the natural habitat of Planocarpa petiolaris?

It is native to the Himalayas and grows in moist forests and along streams

Species in the Planocarpa genus

Species in the Ericaceae family

References