Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
protracta
ID:
274637

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1858

Citation Micro:
Bonplandia (Hannover) 6: 8 (1858)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000273969

Common Names

  • Pittoniotis trichantha
  • Trichantha Pittoniotis
  • Trichantha Waterweed

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Synonyms

  • Antirhea protracta Hemsl. [valid]
  • Guettarda protracta brevipes DC. [valid]
  • Guettarda protracta longipes DC. [valid]
  • Chomelia protracta (Bartl. ex DC.) Steyerm. [valid]
  • Guettarda galeottii Standl. [valid]
  • Guettarda prostrata Hemsl. [valid]
  • Guettarda protracta Bartl. ex DC. [valid]
  • Anisomeris protracta Standl. [valid]
  • Antirrhoea protracta (Bartl. ex DC.) Hemsl. [unknown]
  • Chomelia protracta Standl. [unknown]
  • Chione protracta (Bartl. ex DC.) Steyerm. [unknown]

Description

Pittoniotis protracta (also called 'Protruding Pittoniotis', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia. It typically grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pittoniotis protracta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, wounds, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pittoniotis protracta is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, hard, black seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, long, slender leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pittoniotis protracta is a tropical plant native to Southeast Asia. It is a slow-growing, clumping palm that can reach heights of up to 8 m (26 ft). It prefers a warm, humid climate and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs.

Where to Find Pittoniotis protracta

Pittoniotis protracta can be found in Mexico and Central America.

Pittoniotis protracta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pittoniotis protracta?

Pittoniotis protracta

What is the natural habitat of Pittoniotis protracta?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

What is the average height of Pittoniotis protracta?

1-2 meters

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-156693: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.