Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
bicolor
ID:
749411

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.J.Middleton & Triboun

Source:
ksu

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Thai Forest Bull., Bot. 38: 42 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748744

Common Names

  • Petrocosmea Bicolor
  • Bicolor Petrocosmea
  • Bicolor

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Description

Petrocosmea bicolor (also called Bicolor petrocosmea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub, native to Southeast Asia. It grows in moist and shady places, such as forests, shrubs, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Petrocosmea bicolor is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, headaches, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Petrocosmea bicolor has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Petrocosmea bicolor is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soils. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C. It is also tolerant of salt and can be grown in coastal areas.

Where to Find Petrocosmea bicolor

Petrocosmea bicolor is native to China.

Petrocosmea bicolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Petrocosmea bicolor?

Petrocosmea bicolor

What is the common name of Petrocosmea bicolor?

Two-colored Petrocosmea

What is the natural habitat of Petrocosmea bicolor?

Woodlands, scrub and grasslands

Species in the Petrocosmea genus

Petrocosmea umbelliformis, Petrocosmea parryorum, Petrocosmea heterophylla, Petrocosmea kingii, Petrocosmea kerrii, Petrocosmea condorensis, Petrocosmea formosa, Petrocosmea shilinensis, Petrocosmea xingyiensis, Petrocosmea xanthomaculata, Petrocosmea pubescens, Petrocosmea bicolor, Petrocosmea cryptica, Petrocosmea huanjiangensis, Petrocosmea nervosa, Petrocosmea grandiflora, Petrocosmea oblata, Petrocosmea flaccida, Petrocosmea sinensis, Petrocosmea forrestii, Petrocosmea cavaleriei, Petrocosmea barbata, Petrocosmea mairei, Petrocosmea minor, Petrocosmea duclouxii, Petrocosmea martini, Petrocosmea iodioides, Petrocosmea qinlingensis, Petrocosmea rosettifolia, Petrocosmea longipedicellata, Petrocosmea begoniifolia, Petrocosmea confluens, Petrocosmea coerulea, Petrocosmea sichuanensis, Petrocosmea grandifolia, Petrocosmea menglianensis, Petrocosmea sericea, Petrocosmea leiandra, Petrocosmea hexiensis, Petrocosmea funingensis, Petrocosmea melanophthalma,

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

David John Middleton (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.J.Middleton' in the authors string.
Pramote Triboun: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Triboun' in the authors string.