Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
kerrii
ID:
468179

Status:
valid

Authors:
Craib

Source:
cmp

Year:
1918

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1918: 365 (1918)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000467511



Common Names

  • Petrocosmea kerrii
  • Kerrii Petrocosmea
  • Kerry's Petrocosmea


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Synonyms

  • Damrongia kerrii Pellegr. [unknown]
  • Petrocosmea wardii W.W.Sm. [unknown]

Description

Petrocosmea kerrii (also called 'Kerri's Petrocosmea', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Gesneriaceae family. It is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia. It has small, rounded leaves with a velvety texture and white flowers with yellow centers.

Uses & Benefits

Petrocosmea kerrii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Petrocosmea kerrii var. crinita W.T.Wang

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Petrocosmea kerrii has white to pinkish flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Petrocosmea kerrii is a perennial herb native to tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept warm and moist. Division should be done in spring or fall. The plant should be divided into sections with a sharp knife and replanted in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Petrocosmea kerrii

Petrocosmea kerrii can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.

Petrocosmea kerrii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Petrocosmea kerrii?

Petrocosmea kerrii

What is the common name of Petrocosmea kerrii?

Kerry's Petrocosmea

What is the natural habitat of Petrocosmea kerrii?

Tropical rainforest

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,