Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
bracteatus
ID:
474612

Status:
valid

Authors:
Becc.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Nelle Forest. Borneo : 632 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000473944

Common Names

  • Bracteatus Parartocarpus
  • Parartocarpus Bracteatus
  • Parartocarpus Bracteatus Plant

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Synonyms

  • Saccus bracteatus (King) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Parartocarpus bracteatus (also called Bracted Parartocarpus, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South America. It has white, bell-shaped flowers and grows to a height of about 3 feet. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is often found in disturbed areas such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Parartocarpus bracteatus is used as an ornamental plant, for its edible fruits and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Parartocarpus bracteatus has small white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Parartocarpus bracteatus is a tropical shrub that grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Parartocarpus bracteatus

Parartocarpus bracteatus is native to Southeast Asia. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as along streams or in forests.

Parartocarpus bracteatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Parartocarpus bracteatus?

Parartocarpus bracteatus

What is the common name of Parartocarpus bracteatus?

Bracted Parartocarpus

What is the natural habitat of Parartocarpus bracteatus?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Parartocarpus genus

Species in the Moraceae family

Allaeanthus greveanus, Allaeanthus kurzii, Allaeanthus luzonicus, Allaeanthus zeylanicus, Antiaris toxicaria, Antiaropsis decipiens, Antiaropsis uniflora, Artocarpus albobrunneus, Artocarpus altilis, Artocarpus altissimus, Artocarpus anisophyllus, Artocarpus annulatus, Artocarpus avatifolius, Artocarpus blancoi, Artocarpus brevipedunculatus, Artocarpus camansi, Artocarpus chama, Artocarpus corneri, Artocarpus elasticus, Artocarpus excelsus, Artocarpus fulvicortex, Artocarpus glaucus, Artocarpus gomezianus, Artocarpus gongshanensis, Artocarpus heterophyllus, Artocarpus hirsutus, Artocarpus hispidus, Artocarpus horridus, Artocarpus hypargyreus, Artocarpus integer, Artocarpus jarrettiae, Artocarpus kemando, Artocarpus lacucha, Artocarpus lanceifolius, Artocarpus longifolius, Artocarpus lowii, Artocarpus mariannensis, Artocarpus multifidus, Artocarpus nanchuanensis, Artocarpus nigrifolius, Artocarpus nitidus, Artocarpus nobilis, Artocarpus obtusus, Artocarpus odoratissimus, Artocarpus palembanicus, Artocarpus petelotii, Artocarpus pinnatisectus, Artocarpus pithecogallus, Artocarpus primackii, Artocarpus reticulatus,