Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
creaghii
ID:
282913

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ridl.) Bremek.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Recueil Trav. Bot. Néerl. 37: 253 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000282245

Common Names

  • Praravinia creaghii
  • Creaghii Praravinia
  • Creagh's Praravinia

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Synonyms

  • Urophyllum creaghii Ridl. [valid]

Description

Praravinia creaghii (also called Praravinia creaghii, among many other common names) is a tree native to South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, and has a straight trunk with smooth, grey bark. It has elliptic leaves with entire margins, and small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Praravinia creaghii is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for medicinal purposes. It is believed to have anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties, and is used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Praravinia creaghii is small and white in color. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Praravinia creaghii is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature branches and placed in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers partial shade and regular watering.

Where to Find Praravinia creaghii

Praravinia creaghii can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Thailand.

Praravinia creaghii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Praravinia creaghii?

Praravinia creaghii

What is the family of Praravinia creaghii?

Asteraceae

What are the common names of Praravinia creaghii?

Creaghii Daisy, Creaghii Daisybush

Species in the Praravinia genus

Praravinia acuminata, Praravinia affinis, Praravinia borneensis, Praravinia bullata, Praravinia cauliflora, Praravinia celebica, Praravinia chalcotricha, Praravinia coriacea, Praravinia creaghii, Praravinia densiflora, Praravinia everettii, Praravinia glabra, Praravinia gracilis, Praravinia hallierii, Praravinia havilandii, Praravinia hexamera, Praravinia loconensis, Praravinia loheri, Praravinia longistipula, Praravinia lucbanensis, Praravinia megistocalyx, Praravinia microphylla, Praravinia mimica, Praravinia minahassae, Praravinia mindanaensis, Praravinia mollis, Praravinia montana, Praravinia multinervia, Praravinia negrosensis, Praravinia neriifolia, Praravinia panayensis, Praravinia parviflora, Praravinia polymera, Praravinia pubescens, Praravinia quadribracteolata, Praravinia robusta, Praravinia sablanensis, Praravinia salicifolia, Praravinia sarawacensis, Praravinia sericotricha, Praravinia stenophylla, Praravinia suberosa, Praravinia subtomentosa, Praravinia teysmannii, Praravinia triflora, Praravinia urophylloides, Praravinia verruculosa, Praravinia viridescens, Praravinia longicalyx, Praravinia nitida,

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-164589: Based on the initial data import
Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
Cornelis Eliza Bertus Bremekamp (1888-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bremek.' in the authors string.