Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
bracteosus
ID:
267994

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hiern) E.M.A.Petit

Source:
wcs

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 34: 23 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000267326

Common Names

  • Bracted Peripeplus
  • Peripeplus bracteosus
  • Bracted Peripeplus

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Synonyms

  • Peripeplus klaineanus Pierre [valid]
  • Psychotria bracteosa Hiern [valid]
  • Uragoga bracteosa Kuntze [valid]

Description

Peripeplus bracteosus (also called 'Bracted Peripeplus', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to India and East Asia. It has a single stem and a rounded crown, and its leaves are dark green and serrated. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Peripeplus bracteosus is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to South America. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for culinary and medicinal purposes. The leaves and flowers of the plant are used to make tea, which is believed to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. The leaves and flowers can also be used to make a syrup that is used to treat coughs and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Peripeplus bracteosus has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and round with a light brown color. The seedlings are small with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Peripeplus bracteosus 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 Peripeplus bracteosus

Peripeplus bracteosus is native to tropical South America, from Colombia to Bolivia.

Peripeplus bracteosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Peripeplus bracteosus?

Peripeplus bracteosus

What is the family of Peripeplus bracteosus?

Lamiaceae

What is the habitat of Peripeplus bracteosus?

Tropical and subtropical regions

Species in the Peripeplus 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-150344: Based on the initial data import
William Philip Hiern (1839-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiern' in the authors string.
Ernest Marie Antoine Petit (1927-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.M.A.Petit' in the authors string.