Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Species:
verdcourtii
ID:
1239929

Status:
valid

Authors:
Deroin

Source:
tro

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 66: 31 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001239267



Common Names

  • Verdcourtii Metaporana
  • Metaporana
  • Verdcourtii


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Description

Metaporana verdcourtii (also called Verdcourt's Metaporana, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Himalayas and China. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a tall, erect stem with small, yellow flowers. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as thickets and forests.

Uses & Benefits

Metaporana verdcourtii is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It has attractive foliage and is drought tolerant. It is also used as a hedge plant and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Metaporana verdcourtii is white, with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Metaporana verdcourtii is a perennial plant native to South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best achieved through division of the clump in spring or by taking stem cuttings in summer. Seeds can also be sown in spring.

Where to Find Metaporana verdcourtii

Metaporana verdcourtii is native to Madagascar and can be found in the northern part of the country.

Metaporana verdcourtii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Metaporana verdcourtii?

Metaporana verdcourtii

What is the common name of Metaporana verdcourtii?

Verdcourt's Metaporana

What is the natural habitat of Metaporana verdcourtii?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

Species in the Convolvulaceae family

Aniseia harmandii, Aniseia martinicensis, Aniseia argentina, Aniseia luxurians, Argyreia adpressa, Argyreia apoensis, Argyreia arakuensis, Argyreia atropurpurea, Argyreia barbata, Argyreia barbigera, Argyreia barnesii, Argyreia bifrons, Argyreia boholensis, Argyreia boseana, Argyreia bracteosa, Argyreia breviscapa, Argyreia caudata, Argyreia celebica, Argyreia cinerea, Argyreia coacta, Argyreia confusa, Argyreia congesta, Argyreia coonoorensis, Argyreia corneri, Argyreia crispa, Argyreia cucullata, Argyreia cymosa, Argyreia daltonii, Argyreia discolor, Argyreia elliptica, Argyreia erinacea, Argyreia fulgens, Argyreia glabra, Argyreia hancorniifolia, Argyreia hirsutissima, Argyreia hookeri, Argyreia involucrata, Argyreia kerrii, Argyreia kleiniana, Argyreia kunstleri, Argyreia kurzii, Argyreia lamii, Argyreia lanceolata, Argyreia laotica, Argyreia lawii, Argyreia leschenaultii, Argyreia linggaensis, Argyreia longifolia, Argyreia luzonensis, Argyreia maingayi,

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