Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
perijaensis
ID:
1416324

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Steyerm.) R.M.Salas & E.L.Cabral

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Rodriguésia 66: 920 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001428789


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Description

Tobagoa perijaensis (also called Tobagoa, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to Southeast Asia. It has long, narrow leaves and small white flowers. It grows in wet, tropical climates and is often found in marshes and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Tobagoa perijaensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for its edible fruits.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tobagoa perijaensis has small, white flowers that are clustered together in an inflorescence. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a hard outer coating. The seedlings are small and thin, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tobagoa perijaensis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame. When they are large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and plant them out in the summer. Division is best carried out in spring or autumn. Larger divisions can be planted out direct into their permanent positions, though it is best to pot up smaller divisions and grow them on in a cold frame until they are rooting well. Plant them out in the spring.

Where to Find Tobagoa perijaensis

Tobagoa perijaensis can be found in the Andes Mountains of South America.

Tobagoa perijaensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tobagoa perijaensis?

Tobagoa perijaensis

What is the family of Tobagoa perijaensis?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Tobagoa perijaensis?

Perija Tobagoa

Species in the Tobagoa 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

Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.
Elsa Leonor Cabral (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.L.Cabral' in the authors string.
Roberto M. Salas: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.Salas' in the authors string.