Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
killipii
ID:
396885

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.C.Sm.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 28: 395 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000396217

Common Names

  • Psammisia killipii
  • Killip's Psammisia
  • Killip's Sandmat

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Description

Psammisia killipii (also called 'Sandpaper Vine', among many other common names) is a perennial vine native to the tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It has large, heart-shaped leaves and small yellow flowers. It is found in moist forests, grasslands, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Psammisia killipii is a popular ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Psammisia killipii has white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two, oval-shaped cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psammisia killipii is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings taken from mature plants. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade in a well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts.

Where to Find Psammisia killipii

Psammisia killipii can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

Psammisia killipii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psammisia killipii?

Psammisia killipii

What is the natural habitat of Psammisia killipii?

Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia

What is the average size of Psammisia killipii?

It can grow up to 2 meters in height

Species in the Psammisia genus

Psammisia aberrans, Psammisia aestuans, Psammisia amazonica, Psammisia aurantiaca, Psammisia breviflora, Psammisia caloneura, Psammisia chionantha, Psammisia citrina, Psammisia coarctata, Psammisia columbiensis, Psammisia corallina, Psammisia coriacea, Psammisia cuatrecasasii, Psammisia cuyujensis, Psammisia cyathifera, Psammisia darienensis, Psammisia debilis, Psammisia dolichopoda, Psammisia ecuadorensis, Psammisia elegans, Psammisia falcata, Psammisia fallax, Psammisia ferruginea, Psammisia fissilis, Psammisia flaviflora, Psammisia globosa, Psammisia graebneriana, Psammisia grandiflora, Psammisia guianensis, Psammisia hookeriana, Psammisia idalima, Psammisia incana, Psammisia killipii, Psammisia kraenzliniana, Psammisia lanceolata, Psammisia lehmannii, Psammisia longicaulis, Psammisia longicola, Psammisia macrocalyx, Psammisia macrophylla, Psammisia mediobullata, Psammisia micrantha, Psammisia montana, Psammisia multijuga, Psammisia oblongifolia, Psammisia occidentalis, Psammisia oppositiflora, Psammisia oreogenes, Psammisia orientalis, Psammisia orthoneura,

Species in the Ericaceae family