Status:
valid
Authors:
Kunth
Source:
cmp
Year:
1823
Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 6: 40 (1823)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000395802
Common Names
- Polycarpaea apurense
- Polycarpaea
- Apurense
Description
Polycarpaea apurense (also called Apure Polycarpaea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It has a woody stem and its leaves are ovate and green. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, usually in moist and shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Polycarpaea apurense is a tropical evergreen shrub that is native to South America. It is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, including fever, asthma, and digestive disorders. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: The flowers of Polycarpon apurense are small and white in color. Seed: The seeds of Polycarpon apurense are small and black in color. Seedlings: The seedlings of Polycarpon apurense are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Polycarpaea apurense is a perennial herb that can be propagated through seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist but not soggy. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. The cuttings should be placed in a warm, humid environment and should be kept out of direct sunlight. Once the cuttings have taken root, they can be transplanted into larger containers or into the garden.
Where to Find Polycarpon apurense
Polycarpon apurense is native to South America and can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Polycarpon apurense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Polycarpon apurense?
Polycarpon apurense
What is the common name of Polycarpon apurense?
Polycarpon apurense
What is the family of Polycarpon apurense?
Caryophyllaceae
Species in the Polycarpon genus
Species in the Caryophyllaceae family
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Acanthophyllum albidum,
Acanthophyllum andarabicum,
Acanthophyllum andersenii,
Acanthophyllum anisocladum,
Acanthophyllum bilobum,
Acanthophyllum bracteatum,
Acanthophyllum brevibracteatum,
Acanthophyllum caespitosum,
Acanthophyllum coloratum,
Acanthophyllum crassifolium,
Acanthophyllum cyrtostegium,
Acanthophyllum diezianum,
Acanthophyllum elatius,
Acanthophyllum fissicalyx,
Acanthophyllum glandulosum,
Acanthophyllum gracile,
Acanthophyllum grandiflorum,
Acanthophyllum kabulicum,
Acanthophyllum kandaharicum,
Acanthophyllum knorringianum,
Acanthophyllum korolkowii,
Acanthophyllum korshinskyi,
Acanthophyllum krascheninnikovii,
Acanthophyllum lamondiae,
Acanthophyllum laxiflorum,
Acanthophyllum laxiusculum,
Acanthophyllum lilacinum,
Acanthophyllum longicalyx,
Acanthophyllum macrodon,
Acanthophyllum maimanense,
Acanthophyllum mikeschinianum,
Acanthophyllum mucronatum,
Acanthophyllum oppositiflorum,
Acanthophyllum pachycephalum,
Acanthophyllum pachystegium,
Acanthophyllum pleiostegium,
Acanthophyllum popovii,
Acanthophyllum pulcherrimum,
Acanthophyllum pulchrum,
Acanthophyllum pungens,
Acanthophyllum raphiophyllum,
Acanthophyllum recurvum,
Acanthophyllum sarawschanicum,
Acanthophyllum scapiflorum,
Acanthophyllum schugnanicum,
Acanthophyllum sordidum,
Acanthophyllum speciosum,