Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
solanacea
ID:
331619

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kuntze

Source:
wcs

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 2: 417 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000330951

Common Names

  • Vallaris solanacea
  • Solanacea Vallaris
  • Potato-Like Vallaris

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Synonyms

  • Peltanthera solanacea Roth [unknown]
  • Vallaris assamensis Griff. [unknown]
  • Vallaris dichotoma Wall. [unknown]
  • Vallaris heynii Spreng. [unknown]
  • Echites dichotomus Roxb. [unknown]
  • Vallaris solanacea K.Schum. [unknown]

Description

Vallaris solanacea (also called Potato Vallaris, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to India and Sri Lanka. It has glossy green leaves and small white flowers that bloom in the summer. It is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Vallaris solanacea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin diseases and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vallaris solanacea has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vallaris solanacea can be propagated through seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, bright location with indirect sunlight.

Where to Find Vallaris solanacea

Vallaris solanacea can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Brazil.

Vallaris solanacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vallaris solanacea?

Vallaris solanacea

What kind of environment does Vallaris solanacea prefer?

Vallaris solanacea prefers warm, humid climates.

What type of soil does Vallaris solanacea need?

Vallaris solanacea needs well-draining, slightly acidic soil.

Species in the Vallaris genus

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-211399: Based on the initial data import
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.