Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
aspera
ID:
395493

Status:
valid

Authors:
Miers

Source:
cmp

Year:
1872

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 28: 355 (1872)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000394825



Common Names

  • Prionostemma aspera
  • Rough Prionostemma
  • Asper Prionostemma


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Synonyms

  • Tontelea radula Spreng. [unknown]
  • Tontelea malpighiifolia G.Mey. [unknown]
  • Salacia catalinensis Rusby [unknown]
  • Hippocratea acuminata Hoffmanns. ex Link [unknown]
  • Hippocratea aspera Lam. [unknown]
  • Hippocratea grandiflora Payen [unknown]
  • Hippocratea malpighiifolia Rudge [unknown]
  • Hippocratea schomburgkii Klotzsch [valid]
  • Hippocratea scutellata Griseb. [unknown]
  • Prionostemma scabridula Miers [unknown]
  • Hippocratea foliosa Rusby [unknown]
  • Tonsella malpighifolia (Rudge) G.Mey. [unknown]
  • Salacia vahliana Cambess. [unknown]
  • Prionostemma malpighiifolia Miers [unknown]
  • Tontelea malpighiaefolia (Rudge) G.Mey. [unknown]
  • Romualdea malpighifolia Triana & Planch. [unknown]
  • Romualdea wrightiana Triana & Planch. [unknown]
  • Tonsella radula Spreng. [unknown]
  • Salacia radula G.Don [unknown]
  • Hippocratea vahliana Peyr. [valid]
  • Hippocratea scandens Griseb. [valid]

Description

Prionostemma aspera (also called Prionostemma aspera, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of South America. It is a member of the family Melastomataceae and is found in humid and wet forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Prionostemma aspera is a plant native to tropical regions of South America. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Prionostemma aspera is small, white and bell-shaped. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Prionostemma aspera is a tropical shrub that can be grown in a variety of climates. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a warm, moist soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Prionostemma aspera

Prionostemma aspera is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, usually in moist and shady places.

Prionostemma aspera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Prionostemma aspera?

Prionostemma aspera

What is the common name of Prionostemma aspera?

Rough Prionostemma

What is the natural habitat of Prionostemma aspera?

Tropical rainforests of India and Sri Lanka

Species in the Prionostemma genus

Species in the Celastraceae family

Acanthothamnus aphyllus, Allocassine laurifolia, Anthodon decussatus, Anthodon panamense, Apatophyllum constablei, Apatophyllum flavovirens, Apatophyllum macgillivrayi, Apatophyllum olsenii, Apatophyllum teretifolium, Apodostigma pallens, Arnicratea cambodiana, Arnicratea ferruginea, Bequaertia mucronata, Brassiantha pentamera, Brassiantha hedraiantheroides, Brexia alaticarpa, Brexia australis, Brexia madagascariensis, Brexia marioniae, Brexiella cymosa, Brexiella ilicifolia, Campylostemon angolense, Campylostemon bequaertii, Campylostemon danckelmannianus, Campylostemon laurentii, Campylostemon lindequistianus, Campylostemon mitophorus, Campylostemon warneckeanum, Canotia holacantha, Canotia wendtii, Cassine albens, Cassine balae, Cassine burkeana, Cassine congylos, Cassine grossa, Cassine kedarnathii, Cassine koordersii, Cassine megaphylla, Cassine micrantha, Cassine obiensis, Cassine parvifolia, Cassine peragua, Cassine kamurensis, Catha edulis, Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2408510: Based on the initial data import
John Miers (1789-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miers' in the authors string.