Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
trunciflora
ID:
780098

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl. & L.O.Williams

Source:
iplants

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Ceiba 3: 219 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000779431



Common Names

  • Truncate Parmentiera
  • Truncated Parmentiera
  • Truncated Parmentiera


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Description

Parmentiera trunciflora (also called Truncate-flowered Parmentiera, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Bignoniaceae. It is a shrub with a height of up to 4 m. It is native to Central America and can be found in the tropical forests of Costa Rica, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua. It prefers moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Parmentiera trunciflora is a popular ornamental plant, often grown in gardens for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a hedge or screen plant, and can be used to attract birds and butterflies to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Parmentiera trunciflora is white and bell-shaped with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round nut. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Parmentiera trunciflora is a small, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It prefers a warm, sunny location and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks during the growing season. Pruning is recommended to keep the shrub in shape.

Where to Find Parmentiera trunciflora

Parmentiera trunciflora can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Parmentiera trunciflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Parmentiera trunciflora?

Parmentiera trunciflora

What is the common name of Parmentiera trunciflora?

Truncate-flowered Parmentiera

What is the natural habitat of Parmentiera trunciflora?

Rainforest margins in eastern Australia

Species in the Bignoniaceae family

Adenocalymma neoflavidum, Adenocalymma pseudopatulum, Adenocalymma acutissimum, Adenocalymma apparicianum, Adenocalymma apurense, Adenocalymma arthropetiolatum, Adenocalymma bracteatum, Adenocalymma bracteolatum, Adenocalymma bullatum, Adenocalymma calderonii, Adenocalymma chocoense, Adenocalymma coriaceum, Adenocalymma cymbalum, Adenocalymma dichilum, Adenocalymma divaricatum, Adenocalymma dugandii, Adenocalymma dusenii, Adenocalymma flavum, Adenocalymma fruticosum, Adenocalymma gracielzae, Adenocalymma hatschbachii, Adenocalymma heterophyllum, Adenocalymma hirtum, Adenocalymma hypostictum, Adenocalymma impressum, Adenocalymma inundatum, Adenocalymma macrophyllum, Adenocalymma magdalenense, Adenocalymma magnificum, Adenocalymma marginatum, Adenocalymma nervosum, Adenocalymma paulistarum, Adenocalymma prancei, Adenocalymma salmoneum, Adenocalymma saulense, Adenocalymma scabriusculum, Adenocalymma scansile, Adenocalymma sousae, Adenocalymma subincanum, Adenocalymma subsessilifolium, Adenocalymma subspicatum, Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx, Adenocalymma ternatum, Adenocalymma trifoliatum, Adenocalymma ubatubense, Adenocalymma uleanum, Adenocalymma cladotrichum, Adenocalymma reticulatum, Adenocalymma velutinum, Adenocalymma adenophorum,

References

Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Louis Otho Williams (1908-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.O.Williams' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:183297-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].