Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
parvifolia
ID:
508423

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Phil.) Al-Shehbaz & C.D.Bailey

Source:
cmp

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 32: 153 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507755

Common Names

  • Pennellia parvifolia
  • Parvifolia Pennellia
  • Pennellia

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Synonyms

  • Sisymbrium parvifolium Phil. [unknown]
  • Sisymbrium hispidum Phil. [unknown]
  • Stenodraba vestita Ravenna [unknown]
  • Hesperis parvifolia Kuntze [unknown]
  • Sisymbrium vestitum (Ravenna) Al-Shehbaz [unknown]
  • Stenodraba parvifolia O.E.Schulz [unknown]
  • Weberbauera parvifolia (Phil.) Al-Shehbaz [unknown]
  • Sisymbrium hispidum Phil. [unknown]

Description

Pennellia parvifolia (also called Small-leaved Pennellia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has small, glossy green leaves and small, white flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Pennellia parvifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to attract hummingbirds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pennellia parvifolia is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a green stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pennellia parvifolia is a perennial shrub native to South America. It is a hardy plant that can be grown in a variety of climates. It prefers a warm, dry environment and should be grown in a well-draining, organic-rich soil. Propagation is done by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and kept in a warm, dry environment to ensure successful rooting.

Where to Find Pennellia parvifolia

Pennellia parvifolia can be found in the tropical regions of South America.

Pennellia parvifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pennellia parvifolia?

Pennellia parvifolia

What is the natural habitat of Pennellia parvifolia?

It is native to Peru.

What are the characteristics of Pennellia parvifolia?

It is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers and oval-shaped leaves.

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-2605124: Based on the initial data import
Rodolfo Amando Philippi (1808-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phil.' in the authors string.
Ihsan Ali Al-Shehbaz (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Al-Shehbaz' in the authors string.
C. Donovan Bailey (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.D.Bailey' in the authors string.