Perama humilis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1841
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Hooker) 3: 239 (1841)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000267197
Common Names
- Perama humilis
- Humble Perama
- Humble Snakeweed
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Perama humilis (also called 'Humble Pear', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Mexico and Central America. It has a single trunk and a rounded crown, and its leaves are dark green and leathery. It grows in tropical and subtropical dry forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Perama humilis 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 humilis is white with yellow stamens. Seed: The seed of Perama humilis is small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Perama humilis are thin and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Perama humilis 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 humilis
Perama humilis is native to the Brazilian states of Pará and Amazonas.
Perama humilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Perama humilis?
Perama humilis
What is the common name of Perama humilis?
Low Perama
What is the natural habitat of Perama humilis?
Tropical Africa and Madagascar
Species in the Perama 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-150210: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.