Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
unguiculata
ID:
750653

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Loes.) R.H.Archer

Source:
ksu

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Molec. Phylogen. Evol. 59: 328 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749986



Common Names

  • Pristimera unguiculata
  • Clawed Pristimera
  • Clawed Snakeflower


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Description

Pristimera unguiculata (also called claw pristimera, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It grows in moist, shady habitats, and has long, narrow leaves and white flowers with claw-like petals.

Uses & Benefits

Pristimera unguiculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and sore throat.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pristimera unguiculata is white or yellow in color and has 6 petals. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and long.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pristimera unguiculata is a hardy, evergreen perennial that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or division. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in spring in a sunny location. To propagate by division, dig up the plant in spring or autumn and divide the clump into smaller sections. Replant the divisions in the same location or in a new location.

Where to Find Pristimera unguiculata

Pristimera unguiculata can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Pristimera unguiculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pristimera unguiculata?

Pristimera unguiculata

What is the common name of Pristimera unguiculata?

Clawed Pristimera

What is the natural habitat of Pristimera unguiculata?

It is native to Ethiopia, growing in rocky and sandy soils in grassland and open woodland.

Species in the Pristimera genus

Pristimera andongensis, Pristimera glaga, Pristimera breteleri, Pristimera biholongii, Pristimera luteoviridis, Pristimera plumbea, Pristimera paniculata, Pristimera mouilensis, Pristimera verrucosa, Pristimera tenuiflora, Pristimera nervosa, Pristimera celastroides, Pristimera klaineana, Pristimera scheffleri, Pristimera staudtii, Pristimera tisserantii, Pristimera peglerae, Pristimera dewildemaniana, Pristimera brianii, Pristimera goetzei, Pristimera arnottiana, Pristimera delagoensis, Pristimera fimbriata, Pristimera unguiculata, Pristimera atractaspis, Pristimera austin-smithii, Pristimera tetramera, Pristimera tulasnei, Pristimera bojeri, Pristimera malifolia, Pristimera holdeniana, Pristimera polyantha, Pristimera longipetiolata, Pristimera dariense, Pristimera coriacea, Pristimera caudata, Pristimera sclerophylla,

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

Ludwig Eduard Theodor Loesener (1865-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Loes.' in the authors string.
Robert H. Archer (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.H.Archer' in the authors string.