Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pendula
ID:
279628

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aiton

Source:
wcs

Year:
1789

Citation Micro:
Hort. Kew. 1: 292 (1789)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000278960

Common Names

  • Plocama pendula
  • Pendula Plocama
  • Plocama Pendula

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Synonyms

  • Bartlingia scoparia Rchb. [valid]

Description

Plocama pendula (also called Climbing nightshade, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Solanaceae family. It is a perennial herb, with a twining stem and small white flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in the Mediterranean Forests, Woodlands, and Scrub biome. It is found in dry forests, from sea level to 1,000 m in elevation.

Uses & Benefits

Plocama pendula is used as an ornamental plant, and its fruits are edible and can be used to make jams and jellies. Its leaves can be used to make a tea that is said to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Plocama pendula has yellow flowers with white anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Plocama pendula can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with indirect sunlight.

Where to Find Plocama pendula

Plocama pendula can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.

Plocama pendula FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Plocama pendula?

Plocama pendula is native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

What is the size of Plocama pendula?

Plocama pendula is a small tree, usually growing up to 8 meters in height.

What are the flowers of Plocama pendula like?

The flowers of Plocama pendula are white and have five petals.

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-161420: Based on the initial data import
William Aiton (1731-1793): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aiton' in the authors string.