Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
carnosa
ID:
818652

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f. & Thomson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1857

Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot. 2: 26 (1857)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000817986



Common Names

  • Carnose Peracarpa
  • Carnose-fruited Peracarpa
  • Carnose-fruited Tree


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Description

Peracarpa carnosa (also called Flesh-fruited Peracarpa, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree or shrub native to South Africa. It has a dense, rounded crown and dark green, leathery leaves. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is tolerant of drought and salt spray.

Uses & Benefits

Peracarpa carnosa is a medicinal plant that is used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, malaria, and other illnesses. It is also used as an ornamental plant, as its leaves are attractive and its flowers are fragrant. The wood of the tree is also used for making furniture and other wood products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Peracarpa carnosa is small and yellow, with five petals. The seed is a small, black nut. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, heart-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Peracarpa carnosa is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate dry conditions. Propagation is by semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer or by seed sown in spring.

Where to Find Peracarpa carnosa

Peracarpa carnosa is native to Central and South America and can be found in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Peracarpa carnosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Peracarpa carnosa?

Peracarpa carnosa

What is the common name of Peracarpa carnosa?

Peracarpa

What is the natural habitat of Peracarpa carnosa?

Tropical rainforest

Species in the Peracarpa genus

Species in the Campanulaceae family

Adenophora amurica, Adenophora brevidiscifera, Adenophora capillaris, Adenophora changaica, Adenophora coelestis, Adenophora contracta, Adenophora cordifolia, Adenophora divaricata, Adenophora elata, Adenophora fusifolia, Adenophora gmelinii, Adenophora golubinzevaeana, Adenophora grandiflora, Adenophora hatsushimae, Adenophora himalayana, Adenophora hubeiensis, Adenophora izuensis, Adenophora jacutica, Adenophora jasionifolia, Adenophora khasiana, Adenophora lamarkii, Adenophora liliifolia, Adenophora liliifolioides, Adenophora lobophylla, Adenophora longipedicellata, Adenophora maximowicziana, Adenophora micrantha, Adenophora morrisonensis, Adenophora nikoensis, Adenophora ningxianica, Adenophora palustris, Adenophora pereskiifolia, Adenophora petiolata, Adenophora pinifolia, Adenophora polyantha, Adenophora potaninii, Adenophora probatovae, Adenophora remotidens, Adenophora remotiflora, Adenophora rupestris, Adenophora rupincola, Adenophora sinensis, Adenophora stenanthina, Adenophora stenophylla, Adenophora stricta, Adenophora sublata, Adenophora takedai, Adenophora tashiroi, Adenophora taurica, Adenophora trachelioides,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-355810: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Thomas Thomson (1817-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thomson' in the authors string.