Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
parvifolia
ID:
1318113

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.F.Blake) Mesfin, D.J.Crawford & Pruski

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Phytoneuron 2015-68: 15 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330567



Common Names

  • Electranthera parvifolia
  • Small-Leaved Waterweed
  • Small-Leaved Pondweed


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Description

Electranthera parvifolia (also called Small-leaved Electranthera, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae. It is native to India and is found in moist, montane grasslands. It is an annual herb that grows up to 0.5 m tall and has white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Electranthera parvifolia is a popular ornamental plant with fragrant white flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and as an insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Electranthera parvifolia is a small, white or pinkish-purple bloom with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oblong nutlet. The seedlings are small, with narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Electranthera parvifolia is a species of shrub native to South America. It is easily propagated from cuttings. Take cuttings from the tips of the branches in late spring or early summer. Dip the cuttings in rooting hormone and plant them in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Water regularly and keep the soil moist. Fertilize the plants every two weeks with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Electranthera parvifolia

Electranthera parvifolia can be found in the tropical forests of Colombia.

Electranthera parvifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Electranthera parvifolia?

Electranthera parvifolia

What is the common name of Electranthera parvifolia?

Parvifolia

Where is Electranthera parvifolia found?

South America

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.
John Francis Pruski (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pruski' in the authors string.
Mesfin Tadesse (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mesfin' in the authors string.
Daniel J. Crawford (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.J.Crawford' in the authors string.