Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
parviflorus
ID:
268499

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Keay) Robbr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 58: 119 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000267831

Common Names

  • Petitiocodon parviflorus
  • Parviflorus Petitiocodon
  • Small-flowered Petitiocodon

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Synonyms

  • Didymosalpinx parviflora Keay [valid]

Description

Petitiocodon parviflorus (also called 'Small-flowered Petitiocodon', among many other common names) is a small, erect shrub that grows up to 1.5 m in height. It is native to South America and is found in wet, tropical forests. It has small, ovate leaves with serrated edges and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Petitiocodon parviflorus is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of food for livestock, and in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Petitiocodon parviflorus is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Petitiocodon parviflorus is a fast-growing shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by taking stem cuttings in spring or summer and rooting them in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Seeds can be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny spot. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Petitiocodon parviflorus

Petitiocodon parviflorus is found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Petitiocodon parviflorus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Petitiocodon parviflorus?

Petitiocodon parviflorus

What is the common name of Petitiocodon parviflorus?

Parviflorus Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Petitiocodon parviflorus?

It is found in tropical and subtropical forests in India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia

Species in the Petitiocodon 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-150834: Based on the initial data import
Ronald William John Keay (1920-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Keay' in the authors string.
Elmar Robbrecht (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Robbr.' in the authors string.