Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
virido-purpurea
ID:
765021

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.Royen

Source:
wcs

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Webbia 27: 236 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000764354



Common Names

  • Corsia Virido-Purpurea
  • Virido-Purpurea Corsia
  • Corsia's Virido-Purpurea


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Description

Corsia virido-purpurea (also called Green-Purple Corsia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to New Guinea. It has long, thin, arching leaves that are green in color with a reddish-purple tinge. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Corsia virido-purpurea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make tea and as a herbal remedy for coughs and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Corsia virido-purpurea has deep purple flowers with white and yellow stripes. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are short and thick.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Corsia virido-purpurea can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained, sandy soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Corsia virido-purpurea

Corsia virido-purpurea is native to South America and can be found in moist forests and grasslands.

Corsia virido-purpurea FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Corsia virido-purpurea?

Corsia virido-purpurea is found in tropical rainforests in the Solomon Islands.

What is the growth rate of Corsia virido-purpurea?

Corsia virido-purpurea is a slow-growing species.

What are the care requirements for Corsia virido-purpurea?

Corsia virido-purpurea requires high humidity and warm temperatures to thrive.

References

Pieter van Royen (1923-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Royen' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:272096-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.