Paradrymonia decurrens - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
decurrens
ID:
467889
Status:
valid
Authors:
(C.V.Morton) Wiehler
Source:
cmp
Year:
1973
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 27: 308 (1973)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000467221
Common Names
- Paradrymonia decurrens
- Decurrens Paradrymonia
- Paradrymonia Decurrens
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- Centrosolenia decurrens C.V.Morton [unknown]
Description
Paradrymonia decurrens (also called Decurved Paradrymonia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Gesneriaceae family. It is a small shrub with lanceolate leaves and white flowers with yellowish-green spots. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in forests, shrublands, and rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Paradrymonia decurrens is used as an ornamental plant and is grown in gardens for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Paradrymonia decurrens is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, pointed leaf with a white stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Paradrymonia decurrens is a fast-growing evergreen shrub native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in a bright, indirect light. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not soggy and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Paradrymonia decurrens
Paradrymonia decurrens is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Paradrymonia decurrens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Paradrymonia decurrens?
Paradrymonia decurrens
What is the family of Paradrymonia decurrens?
Gesneriaceae
What is the natural habitat of Paradrymonia decurrens?
Forests of Southeast Asia
Species in the Paradrymonia genus
Paradrymonia metamorphophylla, Paradrymonia decurrens, Paradrymonia ciliosa, Paradrymonia campostyla, Paradrymonia buchtienii, Paradrymonia yatua, Paradrymonia tepui, Paradrymonia lutea, Paradrymonia longifolia, Paradrymonia glabra, Paradrymonia fuquaiana, Paradrymonia conferta, Paradrymonia congesta, Paradrymonia barbata, Paradrymonia badia,
Species in the Gesneriaceae family
Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,
References
Hans Wiehler (1930-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wiehler' in the authors string.
Conrad Vernon Morton (1905-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.V.Morton' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:182901-2: Based on the initial data import