Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
plantaginea
ID:
267869

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) K.Schum.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Gen. Pl. 2: 148 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000267201

Common Names

  • Perama plantaginea
  • Plantagineous Perama
  • Plantagineous Snakeweed

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Synonyms

  • Buchia plantaginea Kunth [valid]

Description

Perama plantaginea (also called 'Plantain 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 plantaginea 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 plantaginea is white with yellow stamens. Seed: The seed of Perama plantaginea is small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Perama plantaginea are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Perama plantaginea 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 plantaginea

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

Perama plantaginea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Perama plantaginea?

Perama plantaginea

What are the common names of Perama plantaginea?

Purple-flowered ruellia, Perama

What is the natural habitat of Perama plantaginea?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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-150214: Based on the initial data import
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.