Petrocodon ferrugineus - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ferrugineus
ID:
1281550
Status:
valid
Authors:
Y.G.Wei
Source:
tro
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Novon 17: 135 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001280888
Common Names
- Petrocodon ferrugineus
- Rusty Petrocodon
- Ferruginous Petrocodon
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Petrocodon ferrugineus (also called Rusty Petrocodon, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to China. It has small, leathery leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in mountain forests.
Uses & Benefits
Petrocodon ferrugineus is an ornamental plant, used for its attractive foliage and flowers. It can be used as a ground cover, in containers, or as a hedge. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Petrocodon ferrugineus is white and has a bell-shaped structure. Its seed is small and black in color. The seedlings of Petrocodon ferrugineus are small and have thin stems.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Petrocodon ferrugineus is an evergreen shrub that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Petrocodon ferrugineus
Petrocodon ferrugineus is native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. It can be found in the states of Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo.
Petrocodon ferrugineus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Petrocodon ferrugineus?
Petrocodon ferrugineus
What is the common name of Petrocodon ferrugineus?
Ferruginous Petrocodon
Where is Petrocodon ferrugineus found?
Petrocodon ferrugineus is found in the tropical regions of India and Southeast Asia
Species in the Petrocodon genus
Petrocodon multiflorus, Petrocodon coccineus, Petrocodon fangianus, Petrocodon scopulorum, Petrocodon bonii, Petrocodon coriaceifolius, Petrocodon hancei, Petrocodon hispidus, Petrocodon integrifolius, Petrocodon jasminiflorus, Petrocodon jingxiensis, Petrocodon lui, Petrocodon mollifolius, Petrocodon niveolanosus, Petrocodon tiandengensis, Petrocodon hechiensis, Petrocodon dealbatus, Petrocodon ferrugineus, Petrocodon lancifolius, Petrocodon guangxiensis, Petrocodon laxicymosus, Petrocodon longgangensis, Petrocodon pseudocoriaceifolius, Petrocodon ainsliifolius, Petrocodon lithophilus, Petrocodon viridescens, Petrocodon villosus, Petrocodon hunanensis, Petrocodon confertiflorus, Petrocodon flavus, Petrocodon retroflexus, Petrocodon pulchriflorus,
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-50310730: Based on the initial data import
Yi Gang Wei: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.G.Wei' in the authors string.