Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
venezuelana
ID:
476794

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mez

Source:
cmp

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 236: 179 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000476126

Common Names

  • Parathesis venezuelana
  • Venezuelana Parathesis
  • Venezuelana Star

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Description

Parathesis venezuelana (also called Venezuelan Parathesis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Central America and South America. It is found in subtropical or tropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Parathesis venezuelana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever and rheumatism.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Parathesis venezuelana is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and thin with a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Parathesis venezuelana can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a light, well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or early summer. The plant should be divided into several pieces, each with a few leaves and some roots. The divisions should be planted in a light, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Parathesis venezuelana

Parathesis venezuelana can be found in the Andes Mountains in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Parathesis venezuelana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Parathesis venezuelana?

Parathesis venezuelana

What type of plant is Parathesis venezuelana?

A species of flowering plant

Where is Parathesis venezuelana found?

Central America

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,

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