Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
parvifolia
ID:
837324

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hiern) Kårehed & B.Bremer

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Taxon 56: 1076 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836659

Common Names

  • Rhodopentas parvifolia
  • Parvifolia Rhodopentas
  • Parvifolia's Leaf Flower

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Description

Rhodopentas parvifolia (also called Rhodopentas, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, up to 8 m tall, with a trunk up to 25 cm in diameter. It is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America, where it is found in humid and semi-humid forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Rhodopentas parvifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhodopentas parvifolia has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings have two cotyledons, which are oval-shaped.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhodopentas parvifolia is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers a well-draining soil and bright, indirect light. Water regularly and fertilize every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Rhodopentas parvifolia

Rhodopentas parvifolia can be found in the Mediterranean region, in areas such as Turkey, Greece, and Cyprus.

Rhodopentas parvifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhodopentas parvifolia?

Rhodopentas parvifolia

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Asteraceae

Species in the Rhodopentas 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-373951: Based on the initial data import
William Philip Hiern (1839-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiern' in the authors string.
Birgitta Bremer (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Bremer' in the authors string.
Jesper Kårehed (b.1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kårehed' in the authors string.