Species:
reticulato-venosa
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hallier f.) H.Schroet.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1938
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 45: 189 (1938)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000472714
Common Names
- Reticulato-venosa Procris
- Procris
- Reticulato-venosa's Procris
Synonyms
- Elatostema reticulatovenosum Hallier f. [unknown]
Description
Procris reticulato-venosa (also called Procris, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Primulaceae. It is a perennial herb which grows in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It has small, white flowers and narrow, lance-shaped leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Procris reticulato-venosa is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage, and as a traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and as a purgative.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Procris reticulato-venosa is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Procris reticulato-venosa is a species of shrub native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It should be watered regularly and fertilized once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Procris reticulato-venosa
Procris reticulato-venosa is native to Central America and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It is also found in the Caribbean, South America, and the southern United States.
Procris reticulato-venosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Procris reticulato-venosa?
Procris reticulato-venosa
What is the family of Procris reticulato-venosa?
Loranthaceae
What is the habitat of Procris reticulato-venosa?
Tropical and subtropical forests
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
Hilde Schroeter: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Schroet.' in the authors string.