Porterandia subsessilis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subsessilis
ID:
281773
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Valeton) Ridl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1940
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1939: 595 (1940)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000281105
Common Names
- Porterandia subsessilis
- Subsessilis Porterandia
- Subsessile Porterandia
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- Gardenia anisophylla subsessilis Valeton [valid]
Description
Porterandia subsessilis (also called White-flowered Portlandia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with white flowers and elliptic leaves. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America. It grows in dry forests, scrub, and secondary vegetation.
Uses & Benefits
Porterandia subsessilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Porterandia subsessilis has white, star-shaped flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with pointed tips.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Porterandia subsessilis can be propagated by division or by seed. It is best grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. Water regularly and keep the soil evenly moist. Fertilize every two weeks during the growing season. Repot every two years.
Where to Find Porterandia subsessilis
Porterandia subsessilis can be found in Colombia and Ecuador.
Porterandia subsessilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Porterandia subsessilis?
Porterandia subsessilis
What type of plant is Porterandia subsessilis?
Evergreen shrub
Where does Porterandia subsessilis grow?
Central and South America
Species in the Porterandia genus
Porterandia anisophylla, Porterandia catappifolia, Porterandia glabrifolia, Porterandia grandifolia, Porterandia minor, Porterandia pauciflora, Porterandia scortechinii, Porterandia subsessilis, Porterandia beamanii, Porterandia chanii, Porterandia macroptera, Porterandia puffii, Porterandia bruneiensis, Porterandia celebica, Porterandia congestiflora, Porterandia hosei, Porterandia kalimantanensis, Porterandia lambirensis, Porterandia laxiflora, Porterandia postarii, Porterandia rarissima, Porterandia dinghoui,
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-163513: Based on the initial data import
Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
Theodoric Valeton (1855-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Valeton' in the authors string.