Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
gracilis
ID:
1237656

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.P.Kvist & L.E.Skog

Source:
tro

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Contr. Bot. 84: 27 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001236994



Common Names

  • Pearcea gracilis
  • Graceful Pearcea
  • Graceful-leaved Pearcea


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Description

Pearcea gracilis (also called P. gracilis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a thin stem and lanceolate leaves. It grows in moist forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Pearcea gracilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pearcea gracilis has yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pearcea gracilis is a slow-growing evergreen shrub that can be propagated from softwood cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and should be at least 4 inches long. The cuttings should be treated with a rooting hormone before being planted in a well-draining potting mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, bright location until they have rooted. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into their permanent location.

Where to Find Pearcea gracilis

Pearcea gracilis is native to Central and South America. It can be found in moist forests and woodlands.

Pearcea gracilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pearcea gracilis?

Pearcea gracilis

What is the natural habitat of Pearcea gracilis?

Tropical and subtropical regions of South America

What is the average size of Pearcea gracilis?

The average size is around 10 cm in length

Species in the Gesneriaceae family

Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50092529: Based on the initial data import
Lars Peter Kvist (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.P.Kvist' in the authors string.
Laurence Skog (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.E.Skog' in the authors string.