Status:
valid
Authors:
Eckl. ex C.H.Wright
Source:
tro
Year:
1915
Citation Micro:
Fl. Cap. 5(2): 14 (1915)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001272622
Common Names
- Corymbose Passerina
- Corymbose Star-thistle
- Corymbose Starthistle
Description
Passerina corymbosa (also called 'Corymbose Passerina', among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the Andes of Colombia and Ecuador. It has small, white flowers and small, ovate leaves. It grows in moist, shady areas of the forest, such as along streams and in ravines.
Uses & Benefits
Passerina corymbosa is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as a source of food, fuel, and fodder.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Passerina corymbosa is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Passerina corymbosa is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Passerina corymbosa
Passerina corymbosa is native to the Andes Mountains in South America. It can be found in moist, shady areas in the mountains, usually at elevations of 1,500 to 3,000 meters.
Passerina corymbosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Passerina corymbosa?
Passerina corymbosa
What is the common name of Passerina corymbosa?
Corymbose passerina
Where is Passerina corymbosa found?
Passerina corymbosa is found in the mountains of western China.
Species in the Passerina genus
Passerina montana,
Passerina burchellii,
Passerina comosa,
Passerina ericoides,
Passerina falcifolia,
Passerina filiformis,
Passerina galpinii,
Passerina obtusifolia,
Passerina paleacea,
Passerina paludosa,
Passerina rigida,
Passerina rubra,
Passerina truncata,
Passerina quadrifaria,
Passerina nivicola,
Passerina montivaga,
Passerina esterhuyseniae,
Passerina pendula,
Passerina drakensbergensis,
Passerina corymbosa,
Species in the Thymelaeaceae family
Aetoxylon sympetalum,
Amyxa pluricornis,
Aquilaria apiculata,
Aquilaria baillonii,
Aquilaria banaense,
Aquilaria beccariana,
Aquilaria brachyantha,
Aquilaria citrinicarpa,
Aquilaria crassna,
Aquilaria cumingiana,
Aquilaria decemcostata,
Aquilaria filaria,
Aquilaria hirta,
Aquilaria khasiana,
Aquilaria microcarpa,
Aquilaria parvifolia,
Aquilaria rostrata,
Aquilaria rugosa,
Aquilaria sinensis,
Aquilaria subintegra,
Aquilaria urdanetensis,
Aquilaria yunnanensis,
Aquilaria malaccensis,
Aquilaria banaensis,
Arnhemia cryptantha,
Atemnosiphon coriaceus,
Craterosiphon beniensis,
Craterosiphon devredii,
Craterosiphon louisii,
Craterosiphon micranthum,
Craterosiphon montanus,
Craterosiphon pseudoscandens,
Craterosiphon quarrei,
Craterosiphon scandens,
Craterosiphon schmitzii,
Craterosiphon soyauxii,
Craterosiphon beniense,
Dais cotinifolia,
Dais glaucescens,
Daphne wolongensis,
Daphne hekouensis,
Daphne acutiloba,
Daphne alpina,
Daphne altaica,
Daphne arbuscula,
Daphne arisanensis,
Daphne aurantiaca,
Daphne axillaris,
Daphne bholua,
Daphne blagayana,