Status:
valid
Authors:
Engl.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1883
Citation Micro:
Monogr. Phan. 4: 309 (1883)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000394579
Common Names
- Parishia paucijuga
- Few-jointed Parishia
- Parishia
Description
Parishia paucijuga (also called Few-jointed Parishia, among many other common names) is a species of shrub in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to India and Sri Lanka and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It grows up to 1 meter in height and has a trunk diameter of up to 30 cm.
Uses & Benefits
Parishia paucijuga is used medicinally to treat fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Parishia paucijuga is yellow and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Parishia paucijuga is a perennial herb that is native to India and Sri Lanka. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the rootstock. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 20°F (-6°C).
Where to Find Parishia paucijuga
Parishia paucijuga is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of India.
Parishia paucijuga FAQ
What is the scientific name of Parishia paucijuga?
Parishia paucijuga
What is the common name of Parishia paucijuga?
Few-flowered parishia
What is the natural habitat of Parishia paucijuga?
It is native to China, Japan, and Korea
Species in the Parishia genus
Species in the Anacardiaceae family
Abrahamia buxifolia,
Abrahamia thouvenotii,
Abrahamia littoralis,
Abrahamia latifolia,
Abrahamia minutifolia,
Abrahamia ditimena,
Abrahamia betamponensis,
Abrahamia capuronii,
Abrahamia delphinensis,
Abrahamia ellipticarpa,
Abrahamia elongata,
Abrahamia itromoensis,
Abrahamia turkii,
Abrahamia deflexa,
Abrahamia grandidieri,
Abrahamia humbertii,
Abrahamia ibityensis,
Abrahamia lecomtei,
Abrahamia lenticellata,
Abrahamia lokobensis,
Abrahamia longipetiolata,
Abrahamia louvelii,
Abrahamia nitida,
Abrahamia oblongifolia,
Abrahamia pauciflora,
Abrahamia phillipsonii,
Abrahamia sambiranensis,
Abrahamia sericea,
Abrahamia suarezensis,
Abrahamia viguieri,
Abrahamia revoluta,
Abrahamia antongilensis,
Abrahamia darainensis,
Abrahamia patrickii,
Actinocheita filicina,
Allospondias lakonensis,
Allospondias laxiflora,
Amphipterygium simplicifolium,
Amphipterygium adstringens,
Amphipterygium amplifolium,
Amphipterygium glaucum,
Amphipterygium molle,
Anacardium amapaense,
Anacardium amilcarianum,
Anacardium brasiliense,
Anacardium caracolii,
Anacardium corymbosum,
Anacardium curatellifolium,
Anacardium excelsum,
Anacardium fruticosum,