Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
praetermissa
ID:
502536

Status:
valid

Authors:
Szlach., Mytnik & Rutk.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 41: 376 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000501868

Common Names

  • Potosia praetermissa
  • Praetermissa Potosia
  • Praetermissa

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Description

Potosia praetermissa (also called Missed Potosia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with a spreading crown. It is native to Central America and South America, and is found in tropical moist and wet forests. It grows up to 8 m tall.

Uses & Benefits

Potosia praetermissa is used as an ornamental plant, as a ground cover, and as a medicinal plant. It has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and analgesic properties, and is used to treat skin diseases, wounds, and infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Potosia praetermissa is a white, star-shaped bloom with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Potosia praetermissa is a perennial herb native to Brazil. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings and should be planted in the spring or summer.

Where to Find Potosia praetermissa

Potosia praetermissa is native to Costa Rica.

Potosia praetermissa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Potosia praetermissa?

Potosia praetermissa

What type of plant is Potosia praetermissa?

A herbaceous plant

Where is Potosia praetermissa native to?

South America

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-259593: Based on the initial data import
Dariusz Szlachetko (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szlach.' in the authors string.
Piotr Rutkowski (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rutk.' in the authors string.
Joanna Mytnik-Ejsmont (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mytnik' in the authors string.