Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
prunelloides
ID:
267502

Status:
valid

Authors:
Walp.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Repert. Bot. Syst. 2: 941 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000266834

Common Names

  • Pentanisia prunelloides
  • Prunelloides Pentanisia
  • Prunelloides Five-petal

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Synonyms

  • Declieuxia prunelloides Klotzsch [unknown]
  • Diotocarpus prunelloides Hochst. [valid]

Description

Pentanisia prunelloides (also called 'Prunella-like Pentanisia', among many other common names) is a small, erect shrub with a dense, rounded crown. It is native to India and Sri Lanka and is found in dry deciduous forests and scrub forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pentanisia prunelloides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating fever and headaches.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pentanisia prunelloides sub. latifolia (Hochst.) Verdc.
Pentanisia prunelloides sub. prunelloides

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pentanisia prunelloides has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pentanisia prunelloides is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1m tall. It has a spreading habit and is best suited to a sunny position in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Pentanisia prunelloides

Pentanisia prunelloides can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central America.

Pentanisia prunelloides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pentanisia prunelloides?

Pentanisia prunelloides

What type of plant is Pentanisia prunelloides?

Perennial herb

What is the natural habitat of Pentanisia prunelloides?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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