Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
melanophthalma
ID:
1326372

Status:
valid

Authors:
Huan C.Wang, Z.R.He & Li Bing Zhang

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Novon 22: 486 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338826



Common Names

  • Black-Eye Petrocosmea
  • Black-Eye Chinese Violet
  • Black-Eye African Violet


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Description

Petrocosmea melanophthalma (also called 'Black-eyed Petrocosmea', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to China. It has small, white flowers and small, oval leaves. It grows in moist, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Petrocosmea melanophthalma is a popular ornamental plant and is often used as a decorative element in gardens. It is also used to purify the air and reduce the amount of toxins in the environment.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Petrocosmea melanophthalma is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Petrocosmea melanophthalma is a slow-growing succulent that can be propagated by offsets or seeds. It prefers well-draining soil and bright, indirect light. Water when the soil is dry and fertilize during the growing season.

Where to Find Petrocosmea melanophthalma

Petrocosmea melanophthalma is native to the island of New Guinea in Indonesia. It can be found in lowland rainforests and can be found in the wild in the provinces of Papua and West Papua.

Petrocosmea melanophthalma FAQ

What is the common name of Petrocosmea melanophthalma?

Black-eyed Petrocosmea

What is the light requirement of Petrocosmea melanophthalma?

Bright, indirect light

What is the watering requirement of Petrocosmea melanophthalma?

Water when the soil is dry to the touch

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,

References

Li Bing Zhang (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Li Bing Zhang' in the authors string.
Zhao Rong He (b.1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Z.R.He' in the authors string.
Huan Chong Wang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Huan C.Wang' in the authors string.