Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
gervaisii
ID:
588

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Rabev. & McPherson

Source:
Catalogue of the Plants of Madagascar (Tropicos)

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 34: 78 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001315042



Common Names

  • Pantadenia gervaisii
  • Gervais' Pantadenia
  • Pantadenia


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Description

Pantadenia gervaisii (also called Gervais' pantadenia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 5 m tall. It is native to Madagascar, where it is found in the humid forests of the eastern part of the island. It is also found in the humid forests of the eastern part of the island.

Uses & Benefits

Pantadenia gervaisii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food and medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pantadenia gervaisii has yellow flowers with four petals and four sepals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have two long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pantadenia gervaisii is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Madagascar. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame and will germinate in 1-2 weeks.

Where to Find Pantadenia gervaisii

Pantadenia gervaisii is found in the highlands of Madagascar.

Pantadenia gervaisii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pantadenia gervaisii?

Pantadenia gervaisii

What is the common name of Pantadenia gervaisii?

Pantadenia

Where is Pantadenia gervaisii found?

Madagascar

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

Raymond Rabevohitra (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Rabev.' in the authors string.
Gordon D. McPherson (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McPherson' in the authors string.