Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
velutinus
ID:
267846

Status:
valid

Authors:
Robyns ex Ridl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Fl. Malay Penins. 5: 317 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000267178

Common Names

  • Perakanthus velutinus
  • Velutinous Perakanthus
  • Velutinous Snakeweed

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Synonyms

  • Canthium velutinum Ridl. [valid]

Description

Perakanthus velutinus (also called Velvet Perakanthus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to Brazil and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Perakanthus velutinus is used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Perakanthus velutinus is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Perakanthus velutinus is an evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil and can tolerate drought. Propagation is by cuttings or division in spring or summer.

Where to Find Perakanthus velutinus

Perakanthus velutinus can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.

Perakanthus velutinus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Perakanthus velutinus?

Perakanthus velutinus

What is the common name of Perakanthus velutinus?

Velvet Perakanthus

What is the natural habitat of Perakanthus velutinus?

Tropical Africa and Madagascar

Species in the Perakanthus genus

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-150192: Based on the initial data import
Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
Frans Hubert Edouard Arthur Walter Robyns (1901-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Robyns' in the authors string.