Platycarpum loretensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
loretensis
ID:
1333309
Status:
valid
Authors:
N.Dávila & Kin.-Gouv.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 260: 250 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345763
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Platycarpum loretensis (also called Platycarpum loretensis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Apocynaceae family. It is native to Peru and typically grows in open areas, along roadsides, and in disturbed sites. It has a shrubby stem and long, narrow leaves. The flowers are yellow and have six petals.
Uses & Benefits
Platycarpum loretensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Platycarpum loretensis has small, white flowers and small, round, black seeds. Its seedlings have small, round, green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Platycarpum loretensis is a perennial plant that grows best in partial shade and well-drained soil. It is propagated by division of the rhizomes in spring or fall. The rhizomes should be planted about 4 inches deep and spaced about 4 inches apart. It is best to water the plants regularly and fertilize them in the spring.
Where to Find Platycarpum loretensis
Platycarpum loretensis can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Venezuela.
Platycarpum loretensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Platycarpum loretensis?
Platycarpum loretensis
What type of plant is Platycarpum loretensis?
It is a species of flowering plant in the family Malvaceae
Where is Platycarpum loretensis native to?
Platycarpum loretensis is native to Peru
Species in the Platycarpum genus
Platycarpum acreanum, Platycarpum decipiens, Platycarpum duckei, Platycarpum eglandulosum, Platycarpum egleri, Platycarpum froesii, Platycarpum maguirei, Platycarpum negrense, Platycarpum orinocense, Platycarpum rhododactylum, Platycarpum rugosum, Platycarpum schultesii, Platycarpum loretensis, Platycarpum vriesendorpiae,
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
Luíza Sumiko Kinoshita-Gouvêa (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kin.-Gouv.' in the authors string.
Nállarett Dávila: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Dávila' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77155133-1: Based on the initial data import