Status:
valid
Authors:
Standl.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1942
Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 29: 250 (1942)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000473903
Common Names
- Hispidula Perebea
- Perebea Hispidula
- Perebea Hispidula Plant
Description
Perebea hispidula (also called Hairy Perebea, 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
Perebea hispidula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Perebea hispidula has small white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Perebea hispidula is a tropical shrub that grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Perebea hispidula
Perebea hispidula is native to South America. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as along streams or in forests.
Perebea hispidula FAQ
What is the scientific name of Perebea hispidula?
Perebea hispidula
What is the common name of Perebea hispidula?
Hairy perebea
What type of plant is Perebea hispidula?
Tree
Species in the Perebea genus
Perebea angustifolia,
Perebea guianensis,
Perebea hispidula,
Perebea xanthochyma,
Perebea tessmannii,
Perebea longepedunculata,
Perebea humilis,
Perebea mollis,
Perebea mennegae,
Perebea rubra,
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,