Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
richardii
ID:
781379

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baill.

Source:
iplants

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Hist. Pl. 10: 50 (1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000780712



Common Names

  • Perichlaena richardii
  • Richard's Perichlaena
  • Richard's Tree


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Description

Perichlaena richardii (also called 'Richard's Perichlaena' among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to South America. It has yellow flowers and green, elliptic leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, growing in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Perichlaena richardii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its wood is used for making furniture and musical instruments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Perichlaena richardii has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Perichlaena richardii can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Perichlaena richardii

Perichlaena richardii can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Perichlaena richardii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Perichlaena richardii?

Perichlaena richardii

What is the common name of Perichlaena richardii?

Richard's perichlaena

What is the native range of Perichlaena richardii?

Central America

Species in the Perichlaena genus

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

Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:110265-1: 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].