Status:
valid
Authors:
Koizumi & Nagam.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Geobot. 67: 177 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347152
Common Names
- Longicalyx Praravinia
- Praravinia of Longicalyx
- Longicalyx Plant
Description
Praravinia longicalyx (also called Long-Calyx Broomrape, among many other common names) is a small annual plant with yellow flowers. It is native to Mexico and grows in open areas, such as grasslands, chaparral, and oak woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Praravinia longicalyx is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a groundcover in shady areas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Praravinia longicalyx are white and tubular. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Praravinia longicalyx is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is native to Ecuador. It is a perennial herb with a creeping habit, growing up to 15 cm tall. It is best grown in a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by cuttings or division.
Where to Find Praravinia longicalyx
Praravinia longicalyx can be found in the mountains of India.
Praravinia longicalyx FAQ
What is the scientific name of Praravinia longicalyx?
Praravinia longicalyx
What type of plant is Praravinia longicalyx?
It is a species of flowering plant.
Where is Praravinia longicalyx found?
It is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
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
Miyako Koizumi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Koizumi' in the authors string.