Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
appressa
ID:
265378

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.J.Middleton

Source:
wcs

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Blumea 42: 203 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000264710



Common Names

  • Parsonsia appressa
  • Appressed Parsonsia
  • Appressed Parsonsia


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Description

Parsonsia appressa (also called 'Tasmanian Silkpod', among many other common names) is a woody climber native to Australia. It has alternate, oblong leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in open forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Parsonsia appressa is a popular ornamental plant, often used in flower arrangements and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Parsonsia appressa is white with a yellow lip, and is about 1 cm in size. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Parsonsia bartlensis is a small, evergreen shrub native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It is easily propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It should be grown in a well-draining soil mix, such as a combination of peat moss, perlite, and bark. Water regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. Fertilize monthly during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Parsonsia appressa

Parsonsia appressa can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Parsonsia appressa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Parsonsia appressa?

Parsonsia appressa

What is the common name of Parsonsia appressa?

Appressed Parsonsia

Where is Parsonsia appressa native to?

Africa

Species in the Parsonsia genus

Parsonsia affinis, Parsonsia alboflavescens, Parsonsia aneityensis, Parsonsia apiculata, Parsonsia appressa, Parsonsia bartlensis, Parsonsia blakeana, Parsonsia brachiata, Parsonsia brisbanensis, Parsonsia brownii, Parsonsia burnensis, Parsonsia capsularis, Parsonsia catalpaecarpa, Parsonsia celebica, Parsonsia constricta, Parsonsia crebriflora, Parsonsia curvisepala, Parsonsia densiflora, Parsonsia densivestita, Parsonsia diaphanophlebia, Parsonsia dorrigoensis, Parsonsia edulis, Parsonsia effusa, Parsonsia eucalyptophylla, Parsonsia ferruginea, Parsonsia flavescens, Parsonsia flexilis, Parsonsia flexuosa, Parsonsia franchetii, Parsonsia fulva, Parsonsia goniostemon, Parsonsia grandiflora, Parsonsia grayana, Parsonsia hebetica, Parsonsia heterocapsa, Parsonsia heterophylla, Parsonsia howeana, Parsonsia inae, Parsonsia induplicata, Parsonsia kimberleyensis, Parsonsia kroombitensis, Parsonsia laevis, Parsonsia lanceolata, Parsonsia langiana, Parsonsia larcomensis, Parsonsia largiflorens, Parsonsia lata, Parsonsia latifolia, Parsonsia laxiflora, Parsonsia leichhardtii,

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-147825: Based on the initial data import
David John Middleton (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.J.Middleton' in the authors string.