Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
sessiliflora
ID:
283863

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pierre ex Pit.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Fl. Indo-Chine 3: 429 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000283195

Common Names

  • Prismatomeris sessiliflora
  • Sessile-Flowered False Daisy
  • False Daisy

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Description

Prismatomeris sessiliflora (also called Sessiliflora Wild Petunia, Sessiliflora Petunia, Sessiliflora Petunia Wild, Sessiliflora Petunia Wild Petunia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in dry forests and scrublands. Its leaves are opposite, elliptic-oblong, and up to 11 cm long.

Uses & Benefits

Prismatomeris sessiliflora is a species of shrub native to the Caribbean and Central America. It is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and as a source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Prismatomeris sessiliflora has small, white flowers with yellow centres and produces small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Prismatomeris sessiliflora can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a potting mix. Both methods should be done in spring or summer.

Where to Find Prismatomeris sessiliflora

Prismatomeris sessiliflora can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Prismatomeris sessiliflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Prismatomeris sessiliflora?

Prismatomeris sessiliflora

What is the common name of Prismatomeris sessiliflora?

Sessiliflora Prismatomeris

Where is Prismatomeris sessiliflora native to?

India

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-165479: Based on the initial data import
Jean Baptiste Louis Pierre (1833-1905): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pierre' in the authors string.
Charles-Joseph Marie Pitard-Briau (1873-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pit.' in the authors string.