Status:
valid
Authors:
Mangenot
Source:
tro
Year:
1951
Citation Micro:
Rev. Int. Bot. Appl. Agric. Trop. 31: 521 (1951)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001243675
Common Names
- Neuropeltis Prevosteoides
- Prevosteoides Neuropeltis
- Prevost's Neuropeltis
Description
Neuropeltis prevosteoides (also called Prevost's Neuropeltis, among many other common names) is a perennial evergreen shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It grows in moist, shady habitats, with a maximum height of 4 meters. It has large, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Neuropeltis prevosteoides is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover in shady areas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Neuropeltis prevosteoides is a yellowish-orange color and has a bell-shaped structure. The seed is a small, round, brown seed with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Neuropeltis prevosteoides is a small, evergreen shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. The plant prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun or partial shade. It can be grown in a container or in the ground.
Where to Find Neuropeltis prevosteoides
Neuropeltis prevosteoides can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.
Species in the Neuropeltis genus
Neuropeltis alnifolia,
Neuropeltis laxiflora,
Neuropeltis occidentalis,
Neuropeltis maingayi,
Neuropeltis indochinensis,
Neuropeltis malabarica,
Neuropeltis incompta,
Neuropeltis prevosteoides,
Neuropeltis aenea,
Neuropeltis acuminata,
Neuropeltis cairica,
Neuropeltis gilletii,
Neuropeltis hallebanda,
Neuropeltis hederacea,
Neuropeltis hispida,
Neuropeltis involucrata,
Neuropeltis leari,
Neuropeltis paniculata,
Neuropeltis reptans,
Neuropeltis sagittata,
Neuropeltis velutina,
Neuropeltis racemosa,
Neuropeltis pseudovelutina,
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,