Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
formosa
ID:
470716

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Burtt

Source:
ksu

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Gloxinian 48(1): 15 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000470048



Common Names

  • Petrocosmea Formosa
  • Formosa Petrocosmea
  • Formosa Flower


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Description

Petrocosmea formosa (also called Beautiful Petrocosmea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to China. It grows in grassland, savanna and woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Petrocosmea formosa is an ornamental plant, used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as an ingredient in traditional medicines and as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Petrocosmea formosa has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Petrocosmea formosa is a perennial herb that is native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained, sandy soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a moist, shady area.

Where to Find Petrocosmea formosa

Petrocosmea formosa can be found in open woodlands and grasslands in China and Japan.

Petrocosmea formosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Petrocosmea formosa?

Petrocosmea formosa

What is the common name of Petrocosmea formosa?

Formosa Petrocosmea

Where is Petrocosmea formosa found?

Petrocosmea formosa is found in China and Taiwan.

Species in the Petrocosmea genus

Petrocosmea umbelliformis, Petrocosmea parryorum, Petrocosmea heterophylla, Petrocosmea kingii, Petrocosmea kerrii, Petrocosmea condorensis, Petrocosmea formosa, Petrocosmea shilinensis, Petrocosmea xingyiensis, Petrocosmea xanthomaculata, Petrocosmea pubescens, Petrocosmea bicolor, Petrocosmea cryptica, Petrocosmea huanjiangensis, Petrocosmea nervosa, Petrocosmea grandiflora, Petrocosmea oblata, Petrocosmea flaccida, Petrocosmea sinensis, Petrocosmea forrestii, Petrocosmea cavaleriei, Petrocosmea barbata, Petrocosmea mairei, Petrocosmea minor, Petrocosmea duclouxii, Petrocosmea martini, Petrocosmea iodioides, Petrocosmea qinlingensis, Petrocosmea rosettifolia, Petrocosmea longipedicellata, Petrocosmea begoniifolia, Petrocosmea confluens, Petrocosmea coerulea, Petrocosmea sichuanensis, Petrocosmea grandifolia, Petrocosmea menglianensis, Petrocosmea sericea, Petrocosmea leiandra, Petrocosmea hexiensis, Petrocosmea funingensis, Petrocosmea melanophthalma,

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,