Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
setigera
ID:
265181

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hiern) Verdc.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 23: 57 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000264513

Common Names

  • Parapentas Setigera
  • Setigera Parapentas
  • Parapentas

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Synonyms

  • Parapentas gabonica Bremek. [valid]
  • Virecta setigera Hiern [valid]

Description

Parapentas setigera (also called 'Climbing Pentas', 'Climbing Star Flower' and 'Star Flower', among many other common names) is a perennial climber native to tropical regions of East Africa. It is a fast-growing plant that can reach up to 3 m in height. It grows best in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Parapentas setigera is used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, as a diuretic, and as an antispasmodic. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Parapentas setigera is white with a yellow center and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Parapentas setigera can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist.

Where to Find Parapentas setigera

Parapentas setigera can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Parapentas setigera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Parapentas setigera?

Parapentas setigera

Where is Parapentas setigera found?

Parapentas setigera is found in the Philippines.

What is the growth rate of Parapentas setigera?

Parapentas setigera has a slow to moderate growth rate.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-147619: Based on the initial data import
William Philip Hiern (1839-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiern' in the authors string.
Bernard Verdcourt (1925-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Verdc.' in the authors string.