Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
holosericea
ID:
267863

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Naudin) Wurdack & Steyerm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Bradea 1(16): 151 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000267195

Common Names

  • Perama holosericea
  • Holosericeous Perama
  • Holosericeous Snakeweed

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Synonyms

  • Microlicea holosericea Naudin [valid]
  • Perama vellerea K.Schum. [unknown]

Description

Perama holosericea (also called Silky 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 holosericea 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

Flower: The flower of Perama holosericea is white with yellow stamens. Seed: The seed of Perama holosericea is small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Perama holosericea are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Perama holosericea 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 holosericea

Perama holosericea is native to the Brazilian states of Pará and Amazonas.

Perama holosericea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Perama holosericea?

Perama holosericea

What is the common name of Perama holosericea?

Woolly-Stemmed Perama

What is the natural habitat of Perama holosericea?

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-150209: Based on the initial data import
John Julius Wurdack (1921-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wurdack' in the authors string.
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.
Charles Victor Naudin (1815-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Naudin' in the authors string.