Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wurdackii
ID:
267877

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steyerm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Venez. Ci. Nat. 25: 235 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000267209

Common Names

  • Wurdack's Perama
  • Perama wurdackii
  • Wurdack Perama

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Description

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Perama wurdackii can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Cuttings can be taken in spring or autumn and planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Perama wurdackii

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

Perama wurdackii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Perama wurdackii?

Perama wurdackii

What is the family of Perama wurdackii?

Gesneriaceae

What is the habitat of Perama wurdackii?

Tropical 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