Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
eriantha
ID:
810427

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Jaub. & Spach) M.Backlund & Thulin

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Taxon 56: 324 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000809761

Common Names

  • Eriantha Plocama
  • Eriantha Plocama Plant
  • Eriantha Plocama Plant

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Description

Plocama eriantha (also called Plocama, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb with a woody base, native to the Mediterranean region and the Middle East. It grows in dry and rocky habitats, such as limestone hills and coastal cliffs.

Uses & Benefits

Plocama eriantha has been used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and as an antiseptic. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Plocama eriantha is white and has a bell-shaped corolla. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Plocama eriantha is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub with a spreading habit. It can be propagated from cuttings or by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize in spring and summer.

Where to Find Plocama eriantha

Plocama eriantha is native to the cloud forests of India and Sri Lanka.

Plocama eriantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Plocama eriantha?

Plocama eriantha

What is the common name of Plocama eriantha?

Woolly Plocama

Where is Plocama eriantha found?

Plocama eriantha is found in Turkey and Iran.

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-347977: Based on the initial data import
Mats Thulin (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thulin' in the authors string.
Hippolyte François Jaubert (1798-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jaub.' in the authors string.
Édouard Spach (1801-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spach' in the authors string.
Maria Backlund (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Backlund' in the authors string.