Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
grandifolia
ID:
1237678

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.P.Kvist & L.E.Skog

Source:
tro

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Contr. Bot. 84: 29 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001237016

Common Names

  • Pearcea grandifolia
  • Large-leaved Pearcea
  • Large Pearcea

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Description

Pearcea grandifolia (also called Large-leaved Pearcea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, typically growing up to 4 meters in height. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America, and is commonly found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pearcea grandifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pearcea grandifolia has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pearcea grandifolia is a slow-growing evergreen shrub that can be propagated from softwood cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and should be at least 4 inches long. The cuttings should be treated with a rooting hormone before being planted in a well-draining potting mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, bright location until they have rooted. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into their permanent location.

Where to Find Pearcea grandifolia

Pearcea grandifolia is native to Central and South America. It can be found in moist forests and woodlands.

Pearcea grandifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pearcea grandifolia?

Pearcea grandifolia

What is the natural habitat of Pearcea grandifolia?

Tropical and subtropical regions of South America

What is the average size of Pearcea grandifolia?

The average size is around 10 cm in length

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

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50092629: Based on the initial data import
Lars Peter Kvist (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.P.Kvist' in the authors string.
Laurence Skog (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.E.Skog' in the authors string.