Status:
valid
Authors:
Klack.
Source:
tro
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 16: 181 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001235778
Common Names
- Pervillaea phillipsonii
- Phillipson's Pervillaea
- Pervillaea phillipsonii
Description
Pervillaea phillipsonii (also called Phillipson's Pervillaea, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South Africa. It has small, white flowers and long, narrow leaves. It grows in dry, sunny areas and is often found in rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Pervillaea phillipsonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating diabetes, obesity, and hypertension.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pervillaea phillipsonii is small, white and has four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pervillaea phillipsonii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°F (-18°C). It is also tolerant of salt spray.
Where to Find Pervillaea phillipsonii
Pervillaea phillipsonii is found in tropical Africa.
Pervillaea phillipsonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pervillaea phillipsonii?
Pervillaea phillipsonii
What is the natural habitat of Pervillaea phillipsonii?
Tropical Africa
What is the typical size of Pervillaea phillipsonii?
Typically grows to a height of 1-2 feet
Species in the Pervillaea genus
Species in the Apocynaceae family
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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,