Status:
valid
Authors:
K.Schum.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1897
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 23: 469 (1897)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000262346
Common Names
- Pospischilii Paederia
- Pospischil's Paederia
- Pospischil Paederia
Synonyms
- Paederia petrophila K.Schum. [valid]
Description
Paederia pospischilii (also called 'Pospischil's Paederia', among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub with hairy stems and small white flowers. It is native to tropical Asia and is found in montane forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Paederia pospischilii is used as an ornamental plant and can be used as a ground cover in gardens. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Paederia pospischilii is white and bell-shaped. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Paederia pospischilii is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial climber that can reach up to 0.0002m in height. It is best grown in a sheltered, sunny spot in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny spot and lightly covered with soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet.
Where to Find Paederia pospischilii
Paederia pospischilii is native to India, China, and Southeast Asia.
Paederia pospischilii FAQ
What are the common names of Paederia pospischilii?
Pospischil's climbing-fern
What is the optimal temperature for Paederia pospischilii?
Optimal temperature for Paederia pospischilii is between 18-25°C.
What is the optimal humidity for Paederia pospischilii?
Optimal humidity for Paederia pospischilii is between 70-80%.
Species in the Paederia genus
Paederia argentea,
Paederia axilliflora,
Paederia bojeriana,
Paederia brasiliensis,
Paederia calycina,
Paederia cavaleriei,
Paederia ciliata,
Paederia cruddasiana,
Paederia farinosa,
Paederia foetida,
Paederia grandidieri,
Paederia lanata,
Paederia lanuginosa,
Paederia linearis,
Paederia majungensis,
Paederia mandrarensis,
Paederia microcephala,
Paederia pallida,
Paederia pertomentosa,
Paederia pilifera,
Paederia pospischilii,
Paederia praetermissa,
Paederia sambiranensis,
Paederia spectatissima,
Paederia stenobotrya,
Paederia taolagnarensis,
Paederia thorelii,
Paederia thouarsiana,
Paederia verticillata,
Paederia yunnanensis,
Paederia ntiti,
Paederia emeiensis,
Paederia changguan,
Species in the Rubiaceae family
Acranthera abbreviata,
Acranthera anamallica,
Acranthera athroophlebia,
Acranthera atropella,
Acranthera aurantiaca,
Acranthera axilliflora,
Acranthera bullata,
Acranthera capitata,
Acranthera ceylanica,
Acranthera didymocarpa,
Acranthera endertii,
Acranthera frutescens,
Acranthera grandiflora,
Acranthera hallieri,
Acranthera hirtostipula,
Acranthera involucrata,
Acranthera johannis-winkleri,
Acranthera lanceolata,
Acranthera longipes,
Acranthera longipetiolata,
Acranthera maculata,
Acranthera megaphylla,
Acranthera monantha,
Acranthera nieuwenhuisii,
Acranthera ophiorhizoides,
Acranthera parviflora,
Acranthera philippensis,
Acranthera ruttenii,
Acranthera salmonea,
Acranthera siamensis,
Acranthera siliquosa,
Acranthera simalurensis,
Acranthera sinensis,
Acranthera strigosa,
Acranthera tomentosa,
Acranthera variegata,
Acranthera velutinervia,
Acranthera yatesii,
Acranthera philippinensis,
Acranthera burmanica,
Acranthera virescens,
Acranthera hoangii,
Acranthera collina,
Acrobotrys discolor,
Acrosynanthus jamaicensis,
Acrosynanthus latifolius,
Acrosynanthus minor,
Acrosynanthus ovatus,
Acrosynanthus parvifolius,
Acrosynanthus revolutus,