Procris dolichophylla - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dolichophylla
ID:
473474
Status:
valid
Authors:
Merr.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 8: 369 (1913)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000472806
Common Names
- Procris Dolichophylla
- Dolichophylla Procris
- Dolichophyl Procris
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Procris dolichophylla (also called Long-leaved Procris, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with ovate to lanceolate leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to Central America, and is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Procris dolichophylla is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Procris dolichophylla has small, white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Procris dolichophylla is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light frost.
Where to Find Procris dolichophylla
Procris dolichophylla is native to Central and South America. It is found in tropical rainforests and woodlands.
Procris dolichophylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Procris dolichophylla?
Procris dolichophylla
What is the family of Procris dolichophylla?
Acanthaceae
Where is Procris dolichophylla native to?
Brazil
Species in the Procris genus
Procris mindanaensis, Procris puberula, Procris rectangulare, Procris reticulato-venosa, Procris insularis, Procris langbianensis, Procris pilifera, Procris visciformis, Procris urdanetensis, Procris ruhlandii, Procris brunnea, Procris anfracta, Procris archboldiana, Procris boninensis, Procris crenata, Procris goepeliana, Procris grueningii, Procris frutescens, Procris decurrens, Procris dolichophylla, Procris pedunculata, Procris acaulis, Procris curtisii, Procris repens, Procris pedunculata,
Species in the Urticaceae family
Archiboehmeria atrata, Astrothalamus reticulatus, Australina flaccida, Australina pusilla, Australina pusilla, Boehmeria aspera, Boehmeria balslevii, Boehmeria beyeri, Boehmeria brevirostris, Boehmeria bullata, Boehmeria burgeriana, Boehmeria caudata, Boehmeria celtidifolia, Boehmeria clidemioides, Boehmeria conica, Boehmeria cylindrica, Boehmeria densiflora, Boehmeria depauperata, Boehmeria didymogyne, Boehmeria dura, Boehmeria egregia, Boehmeria excelsa, Boehmeria grandis, Boehmeria hamiltoniana, Boehmeria helferi, Boehmeria heterophylla, Boehmeria holosericea, Boehmeria japonica, Boehmeria kiusiana, Boehmeria kurzii, Boehmeria lanceolata, Boehmeria martii, Boehmeria multiflora, Boehmeria nakashimae, Boehmeria nivea, Boehmeria ourantha, Boehmeria pavonii, Boehmeria penduliflora, Boehmeria pilosiuscula, Boehmeria platanifolia, Boehmeria polystachya, Boehmeria radiata, Boehmeria ramiflora, Boehmeria repens, Boehmeria rugosissima, Boehmeria siamensis, Boehmeria sieboldiana, Boehmeria spicigera, Boehmeria splitgerbera, Boehmeria ternifolia,
References
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:856292-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.