Status:
valid
Authors:
Cham.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1832
Citation Micro:
Linnaea 7: 367 (1832)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000267877
Common Names
- Petrea Guianensis
- Guianensis Vine
- Guianan Petrea
Description
Petrea guianensis (also called Guiana Petrea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Central and South America. It has long, thin, dark green leaves and produces small white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Petrea guianensis is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin ailments and digestive disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Petrea guianensis has white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Petrea guianensis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or layering. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a moist, well-draining medium. Layering can be done by burying a low-lying branch in the soil and allowing it to form roots before severing it from the parent plant.
Where to Find Petrea guianensis
Petrea guianensis is found in Colombia and Venezuela.
Petrea guianensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Petrea guianensis?
Petrea guianensis
What is the common name of Petrea guianensis?
Guianan Petrea
What is the natural habitat of Petrea guianensis?
Tropical and subtropical forests
Species in the Petrea genus
Petrea blanchetiana,
Petrea bracteata,
Petrea brevicalyx,
Petrea campinae,
Petrea guianensis,
Petrea insignis,
Petrea macrostachya,
Petrea maynensis,
Petrea pubescens,
Petrea rugosa,
Petrea sulphurea,
Petrea volubilis,
Petrea asperifolia,
Species in the Verbenaceae family
Acantholippia seriphioides,
Aloysia unifacialis,
Aloysia decipiens,
Aloysia barbata,
Aloysia brasiliensis,
Aloysia castellanosii,
Aloysia catamarcensis,
Aloysia chamaedryfolia,
Aloysia chiapensis,
Aloysia citrodora,
Aloysia crenata,
Aloysia densispicata,
Aloysia dusenii,
Aloysia fiebrigii,
Aloysia gentryi,
Aloysia gratissima,
Aloysia hatschbachii,
Aloysia herrerae,
Aloysia macrostachya,
Aloysia nahuire,
Aloysia oblanceolata,
Aloysia ovatifolia,
Aloysia peruviana,
Aloysia polygalifolia,
Aloysia polystachya,
Aloysia pulchra,
Aloysia salviifolia,
Aloysia schulziana,
Aloysia scorodonioides,
Aloysia sonorensis,
Aloysia spathulata,
Aloysia virgata,
Aloysia wrightii,
Aloysia velutina,
Aloysia cordata,
Aloysia arequipensis,
Aloysia coalcomana,
Aloysia salsoloides,
Aloysia deserticola,
Aloysia trifida,
Aloysia riojana,
Aloysia tarapacana,
Bouchea agrestis,
Bouchea boliviana,
Bouchea dissecta,
Bouchea notabilis,
Bouchea prismatica,
Bouchea pseudochascanum,
Bouchea rusbyi,
Bouchea spathulata,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:864046-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].