Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
scandens
ID:
474639

Status:
valid

Authors:
King

Source:
ksu

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 5: 547 (1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000473971

Common Names

  • Scandens Prainea
  • Prainea Scandens
  • Prainea Scandens Plant

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Synonyms

  • Prainea frutescens Becc. [unknown]
  • Artocarpus frutescens Renner [unknown]
  • Artocarpus scandens Renner [unknown]

Description

Prainea scandens (also called Climbing Prainea, among many other common names) is a climbing shrub native to the tropical regions of South America. It has glossy green leaves and produces small white flowers. It is found in tropical rainforests and humid forests.

Uses & Benefits

Prainea scandens is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Prainea scandens is a small, yellow flower with five petals and yellow stamens. The seed is a small, black, spherical seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Prainea scandens is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It is a low-growing, spreading plant with small, white flowers. It can be propagated by cuttings or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Prainea scandens

Prainea scandens can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Guyana, Suriname, French Guiana, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, and Brazil.

Prainea scandens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Prainea scandens?

Prainea scandens

What is the family of Prainea scandens?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Prainea scandens?

Climbing Daisy

Species in the Prainea genus

Species in the Moraceae family

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