Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
viridis
ID:
510614

Status:
valid

Authors:
Klack. & Meve

Source:
ksu

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Candollea 62: 212 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000509946



Common Names

  • Pentopetia viridis
  • Viridis Pentopetia
  • Viridis Pentopetia


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Description

Pentopetia viridis (also called Green Tree, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to India and Sri Lanka. It has a thick, fleshy trunk and grows to a height of about 30–50 m. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is found in tropical forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Pentopetia viridis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It can also be used to make tea and has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pentopetia viridis is yellow and has five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have green leaves and white stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pentopetia viridis can be propagated by division. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize lightly during the growing season.

Where to Find Pentopetia viridis

Pentopetia viridis can be found in the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia, particularly in Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.

Pentopetia viridis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pentopetia viridis?

Pentopetia viridis

What is the common name of Pentopetia viridis?

Viridis

What is the natural habitat of Pentopetia viridis?

Tropical and subtropical regions of India

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

Ulrich Meve (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meve' in the authors string.
Jens Klackenberg (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Klack.' in the authors string.