Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
koribana
ID:
27575

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nakai) Makino & Nemoto

Source:
gcc

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Fl. Japan., ed. 2 (Makino & Nemoto) 1253. 1931

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000026904



Common Names

  • Pertya koribana
  • Shrubby Cinquefoil
  • Koribana Cinquefoil


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Synonyms

  • Macroclinidium koribanum Nakai [unknown]

Description

Pertya koribana (also called Koriban's pertya, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with a height of up to 1 meter. It is native to South America and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Pertya koribana is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for medicinal purposes. It is also used in traditional African medicine for its anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pertya koribana has small, yellow flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pertya koribana is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soil types. It can be propagated by division in spring or fall.

Where to Find Pertya koribana

Pertya koribana is native to the Andes Mountains in South America. It can be found in moist, temperate forests at elevations of up to 3,000 meters.

Pertya koribana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Platycoryne micrantha?

Platycoryne micrantha

What are the common names of Platycoryne micrantha?

Small-spurred Platycoryne, Small Spur

Where is Platycoryne micrantha found?

It is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar

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

Tomitarô Makino (1862-1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Makino' in the authors string.
Takenoshin Nakai (1882-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nakai' in the authors string.
Kwanji Nemoto (1860-1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nemoto' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:237237-1: Based on the initial data import