Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
densifolius
ID:
1304843

Status:
valid

Authors:
Zappi & Calió

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Bol. Bot. Univ. São Paulo 32: 131 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001317297

Common Names

  • Psyllocarpus densifolius
  • Dense-leaved Psyllocarpus
  • Dense-leaved Water Hyacinth

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Description

Psyllocarpus densifolius (also called 'Dense-leaved Psyllocarpus', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the tropical forests of South America. It grows in wet areas such as swamps, marshes, and along the banks of streams and rivers. It has small, yellow flowers with four petals and a yellow center. The leaves are long and narrow, and the stems are covered in dense foliage.

Uses & Benefits

Psyllocarpus densifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Psyllocarpus densifolius has small, white flowers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psyllocarpus densifolius is a fast-growing, short-lived perennial that is easy to propagate from seed. Sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix and keep moist until germination. Once established, the plant is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance. Propagation can also be done by division of the root clump.

Where to Find Psyllocarpus densifolius

Psyllocarpus densifolius is native to Brazil.

Psyllocarpus densifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psyllocarpus densifolius?

Psyllocarpus densifolius

What is the common name of Psyllocarpus densifolius?

Densifolius Psyllocarpus

What type of plant is Psyllocarpus densifolius?

Tropical epiphyte

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

Daniela Cristina Zappi (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zappi' in the authors string.
Maria Fernanda Calió: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Calió' in the authors string.