Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
longipedicellata
ID:
1239441

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ricketson

Source:
tro

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Novon 7: 402 (1997 publ. 1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001238779

Common Names

  • Parathesis longipedicellata
  • Long-stalked Parathesis
  • Long-stalked Parathesis Tree

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Description

Parathesis longipedicellata (also called Long-pedicelled Parathesis, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Costa Rica. It has small, ovate leaves and grows to a height of about 1 meter. It grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Parathesis longipedicellata is an ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Parathesis longipedicellata are small and white, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Parathesis longipedicellata is a hardy, evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. It prefers full sun to partial shade and can tolerate a wide range of soils.

Where to Find Parathesis longipedicellata

Parathesis longipedicellata can be found in China.

Parathesis longipedicellata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Parathesis longipedicellata?

Parathesis longipedicellata

What is the family of Parathesis longipedicellata?

Rubiaceae

Where is Parathesis longipedicellata native to?

Costa Rica

Species in the Parathesis genus

Parathesis pyramidalis, Parathesis prionophylla, Parathesis pipolyana, Parathesis parvifolia, Parathesis obtusa, Parathesis oerstediana, Parathesis rosea, Parathesis rekoi, Parathesis tetramera, Parathesis trichogyne, Parathesis venezuelana, Parathesis villosa, Parathesis rothschuhiana, Parathesis reticulata, Parathesis fusca, Parathesis glabra, Parathesis glendae, Parathesis escuintlensis, Parathesis emarginata, Parathesis hondurensis, Parathesis kallunkiae, Parathesis kochii, Parathesis gracilis, Parathesis crassiramea, Parathesis ferruginea, Parathesis laxa, Parathesis cubana, Parathesis donnell-smithii, Parathesis vulgata, Parathesis wendtii, Parathesis microcalyx, Parathesis zuliana, Parathesis leptopa, Parathesis moritziana, Parathesis mexicana, Parathesis agostiniana, Parathesis aurantiaca, Parathesis cartagoana, Parathesis calimensis, Parathesis adenanthera, Parathesis amazonica, Parathesis bicolor, Parathesis bracteolata, Parathesis breedlovei, Parathesis candolleana, Parathesis costata, Parathesis croatii, Parathesis eggersiana, Parathesis glaberrima, Parathesis melanosticta,

Species in the Primulaceae family

Aegiceras corniculatum, Aegiceras floridum, Amblyanthopsis bhotanica, Amblyanthopsis membranacea, Amblyanthopsis philippinensis, Amblyanthus glandulosus, Amblyanthus multiflorus, Amblyanthus obovatus, Amblyanthus praetervisus, Androsace beringensis, Androsace idahoensis, Androsace adenocephala, Androsace adfinis, Androsace aflatunensis, Androsace aizoon, Androsace akbajtalensis, Androsace alaica, Androsace alaschanica, Androsace alaskana, Androsace albana, Androsace alchemilloides, Androsace alpina, Androsace americana, Androsace apus, Androsace aretioides, Androsace aretioides, Androsace argentea, Androsace armeniaca, Androsace axillaris, Androsace baltistanica, Androsace bidentata, Androsace bisulca, Androsace brachystegia, Androsace brahmaputrae, Androsace brevis, Androsace bryomorpha, Androsace bulleyana, Androsace bungeana, Androsace caduca, Androsace caespitosa, Androsace cernuiflora, Androsace chaixii, Androsace chamaejasme, Androsace ciliata, Androsace ciliifolia, Androsace constancei, Androsace coronata, Androsace cortusifolia, Androsace croftii, Androsace cuscutiformis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50099958: Based on the initial data import
Jon M. Ricketson (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ricketson' in the authors string.