Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gerrardii
ID:
1302753

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) Razafim. & B.Bremer

Source:
Catalogue of the Plants of Madagascar (Tropicos)

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Amer. J. Bot. 101: 1116 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001315207

Common Names

  • Puffia gerrardii
  • Gerrard's puffia
  • Gerrard's puffia

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Description

Puffia gerrardii (also called Gerrard's puffia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Madagascar. It grows up to 1 meter tall and has oval-shaped, dark green leaves. It grows in humid forests and is often found in shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Puffia gerrardii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it contains compounds with anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Puffia gerrardii flower is a yellow, star-shaped flower with four petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Puffia gerrardii is a small shrub that grows to a height of 1 m. It has a spreading habit and is suitable for use as a ground cover or in a rock garden. It is drought-tolerant and prefers well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Puffia gerrardii

Puffia gerrardii is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and parts of South America.

Puffia gerrardii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Puffia gerrardii?

Puffia gerrardii

What is the natural habitat of Puffia gerrardii?

Dry deciduous forests and scrublands

What is the flowering period of Puffia gerrardii?

April to May

Species in the Puffia genus

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

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Birgitta Bremer (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Bremer' in the authors string.
Sylvain G. Razafimandimbison: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Razafim.' in the authors string.