Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dichotoma
ID:
267848

Status:
valid

Authors:
Poepp. & Endl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. Pl. 3: 29 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000267180

Common Names

  • Perama dichotoma
  • Dichotomous Perama
  • Dichotomous Snakeweed

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Description

Perama dichotoma (also called Dichotomous Perama, 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

Perama dichotoma 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Perama dichotoma var. dichotoma
Perama dichotoma var. monocephala Steyerm.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Perama dichotoma 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

Perama dichotoma 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 Perama dichotoma

Perama dichotoma is native to tropical South America, from Colombia to Bolivia.

Perama dichotoma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Perama dichotoma?

Perama dichotoma

What is the common name of Perama dichotoma?

Dichotomous Perama

What is the natural habitat of Perama dichotoma?

Tropical Africa and Madagascar

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-150195: Based on the initial data import
Eduard Friedrich Poeppig (1798-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poepp.' in the authors string.
Stephan Endlicher (1804-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Endl.' in the authors string.