Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
parvifolia
ID:
919846

Status:
valid

Authors:
McPherson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Novon 5: 287 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000919181

Common Names

  • Conceveiba parvifolia
  • Small-Leaf Conceveiba
  • Little-Leaf Conceveiba

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Description

Conceveiba parvifolia (also called Small-leaved Conceveiba, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to Colombia and Venezuela. It grows in moist, lowland forests and is characterized by its small, glossy leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Conceveiba parvifolia is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of fuel and fiber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Conceveiba parvifolia has small, yellowish-green flowers that are arranged in dense, cylindrical spikes. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are slender, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Conceveiba parvifolia is a perennial herb that is native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Conceveiba parvifolia

Conceveiba parvifolia is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America, including Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-46460: Based on the initial data import
Gordon D. McPherson (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McPherson' in the authors string.