Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
portoricensis
ID:
308165

Status:
valid

Authors:
Borhidi

Source:
wcs

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Hung. 29: 202 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000307497

Common Names

  • Puerto Rican Skullcap
  • Scolosanthus portoricensis
  • Puerto Rican Skullcap

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Description

Scolosanthus portoricensis (also called Puerto Rican scolosanthus, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Arecaceae family. It is found in the tropical rainforest of Ecuador and Peru. It is a small shrub with a height of 2-3 m and a diameter of 1-2 m. It is found in wet, lowland areas, usually in the understory of the forest.

Uses & Benefits

Scolosanthus portoricensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Scolosanthus portoricensis is a white color, with a single pistil and five stamens. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong shape. The seedlings are small and thin, with bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scolosanthus portoricensis is a small, evergreen shrub with a spreading habit and a dense, bushy growth. It grows up to 1.5 m tall and 2 m wide. It has small, oval leaves and small, white flowers that appear in spring and summer. It is native to Puerto Rico and prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by cuttings or seed.

Where to Find Scolosanthus portoricensis

Scolosanthus portoricensis can be found in Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.

Scolosanthus portoricensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scolosanthus portoricensis?

Scolosanthus portoricensis

What is the common name of Scolosanthus portoricensis?

Portorican scolosanthus

What is the natural habitat of Scolosanthus portoricensis?

Scolosanthus portoricensis is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Puerto Rico

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-188792: Based on the initial data import
Attila Borhidi (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borhidi' in the authors string.