Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
harrisii
ID:
281794

Status:
valid

Authors:
Britton

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 39: 8 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000281126

Common Names

  • Portlandia harrisii
  • Harrisii Portlandia
  • Harris's Portlandia

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Description

Portlandia harrisii (also called Harris' Portlandia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with white flowers and lanceolate leaves. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America. It grows in dry forests, scrub, and secondary vegetation.

Uses & Benefits

Portlandia harrisii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Portlandia harrisii are white or yellowish-white, with a yellow or orange center. The flowers are borne in umbels of up to 15 flowers. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are slender and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Portlandia harrisii 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 Portlandia harrisii

Portlandia harrisii is native to the Caribbean, from the Bahamas to Trinidad and Tobago.

Portlandia harrisii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Portlandia harrisii?

Portlandia harrisii

What is the natural habitat of Portlandia harrisii?

It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests in Mexico.

What is the flower color of Portlandia harrisii?

The flowers are white or pinkish.

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,

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