Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
coccinea
ID:
174846

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schrad.) Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Comm. Legum. Gen.: 58 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174175

Common Names

  • Scarlet Periandra
  • Scarlet Bush
  • Scarlet Bush Daisy

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Synonyms

  • Clitoria coccinea Schrad. [valid]
  • Clitoria falcata Nees [illegitimate]
  • Periandra acutifolia Benth. [valid]
  • Clitoria tetragona Vahl [unknown]
  • Clitoria rubiginosa rubiginosa [unknown]
  • Nauchea falcata Descourt. [valid]
  • Glycinopsis acutifolia Kuntze [valid]
  • Glycinopsis coccinea (Schrad.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Periandra coccinea (also called 'Coccinea periandra', 'Coccinea periandra', 'Coccinea periandra' among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the legume family Fabaceae. It is native to South America. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, tropical and subtropical moist montane forests, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Periandra coccinea is used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Periandra coccinea is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black bean-like seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have two to three leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Periandra coccinea can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Periandra coccinea

Periandra coccinea is native to the western United States and can be found in the states of California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, and New Mexico.

Periandra coccinea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Periandra coccinea?

Periandra coccinea

What is the common name of Periandra coccinea?

Scarlet periandra

What is the natural habitat of Periandra coccinea?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Heinrich Schrader (1767-1836): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schrad.' in the authors string.
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.