Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
stenocarpa
ID:
397634

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kar. & Kir.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 15: 147 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000396966



Common Names

  • Parrya Stenocarpa
  • Stenocarpa Parrya
  • Stenocarpa False-heath


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Synonyms

  • Neuroloma stenocarpum (Kar. & Kir.) Botsch. [unknown]
  • Parrya stenoloma Schrenk ex Fisch., C.A.Mey. & Avé-Lall. [unknown]
  • Achoriphragma stenocarpum (Kar. & Kir.) Soják [unknown]
  • Achoriphragma stenophyllum (Popov) Czerep. [unknown]
  • Neuroloma stenophyllum (Popov) Botsch. [unknown]
  • Parrya stenophylla Popov [unknown]

Description

Parrya stenocarpa (also called Parry's Parrya, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree found in tropical regions of the Americas. It has simple, opposite leaves with a glossy, variegated surface. It is found in tropical rainforests, dry forests, and disturbed areas, often near rivers and streams.

Uses & Benefits

Parrya stenocarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Parrya stenocarpa has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Parrya stenocarpa is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 2 m. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a well-draining, sandy soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, sunny spot.

Where to Find Parrya stenocarpa

Parrya stenocarpa can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.

Parrya stenocarpa FAQ

What are the common names of Parrya stenocarpa?

Parrya stenocarpa is commonly known as Parry's Parrya.

What is the growth habit of Parrya stenocarpa?

Parrya stenocarpa is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall.

What is the native range of Parrya stenocarpa?

Parrya stenocarpa is native to India, Nepal, and Bhutan.

Species in the Brassicaceae family

Abdra brachycarpa, Abdra aprica, Acuston perenne, Aethionema rhodopaeum, Aethionema alanyae, Aethionema arabicum, Aethionema armenum, Aethionema capitatum, Aethionema carlsbergii, Aethionema carneum, Aethionema cephalanthum, Aethionema cordatum, Aethionema coridifolium, Aethionema demirizii, Aethionema diastrophis, Aethionema dumanii, Aethionema edentulum, Aethionema eunomioides, Aethionema fimbriatum, Aethionema froedinii, Aethionema gileadense, Aethionema glaucinum, Aethionema grandiflorum, Aethionema heterocarpum, Aethionema heterophyllum, Aethionema huber-morathii, Aethionema karamanicum, Aethionema lepidioides, Aethionema levandowskyi, Aethionema lycium, Aethionema marashicum, Aethionema membranaceum, Aethionema munzurense, Aethionema orbiculatum, Aethionema papillosum, Aethionema retsina, Aethionema saxatile, Aethionema schistosum, Aethionema semnanensis, Aethionema speciosum, Aethionema spicatum, Aethionema stylosum, Aethionema subulatum, Aethionema syriacum, Aethionema thesiifolium, Aethionema thomasianum, Aethionema transhyrcanum, Aethionema turcicum, Aethionema umbellatum, Aethionema virgatum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2412023: Based on the initial data import
Grigori Karelin (1801-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kar.' in the authors string.
Ivan Petrovich Kirilov (1821-1842): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kir.' in the authors string.