Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
persica
ID:
468118

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) C.A.Mey.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1831

Citation Micro:
Verz. Pfl. Casp. Meer. : 46 (1831)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000467450

Common Names

  • Persica Parrotia
  • Parrotia Persica
  • Persica Ironwood

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Synonyms

  • Parrotia siderodendron C.A.Mey. ex Ledeb. [unknown]
  • Hamamelis persica DC. [unknown]

Description

Parrotia persica (also called Persian parrotia, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree with long, thin, branching stems and small, ovate, dark green leaves. It is native to the temperate forests of Iran and usually grows in the understory of the forest.

Uses & Benefits

Parrotia persica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and is often used as a ground cover. It is also known to attract butterflies and birds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Parrotia persica has white flowers with yellow centres. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Parrotia persica is a deciduous tree that grows up to 10 m (33 ft) tall. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Parrotia persica

Parrotia persica can be found in Iran, growing in moist forests and shady areas.

Parrotia persica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Parrotia persica?

Parrotia persica

What is the family of Parrotia persica?

Hamamelidaceae

What is the distribution of Parrotia persica?

Iran

Species in the Parrotia genus

Species in the Hamamelidaceae family

Chunia bucklandioides, Corylopsis alnifolia, Corylopsis brevistyla, Corylopsis calcicola, Corylopsis coreana, Corylopsis glabrescens, Corylopsis glandulifera, Corylopsis glaucescens, Corylopsis gotoana, Corylopsis henryi, Corylopsis himalayana, Corylopsis microcarpa, Corylopsis multiflora, Corylopsis obovata, Corylopsis omeiensis, Corylopsis pauciflora, Corylopsis platypetala, Corylopsis rotundifolia, Corylopsis sinensis, Corylopsis trabeculosa, Corylopsis veitchiana, Corylopsis velutina, Corylopsis willmottiae, Corylopsis yui, Corylopsis yunnanensis, Corylopsis spicata, Dicoryphe angustifolia, Dicoryphe buddlejoides, Dicoryphe gracilis, Dicoryphe guatteriifolia, Dicoryphe lanceolata, Dicoryphe laurifolia, Dicoryphe laurina, Dicoryphe macrophylla, Dicoryphe platyphylla, Dicoryphe retusa, Dicoryphe stipulacea, Dicoryphe viticoides, Disanthus cercidifolius, Distyliopsis dunnii, Distyliopsis lanata, Distyliopsis laurifolia, Distyliopsis salicifolia, Distyliopsis tutcheri, Distyliopsis yunnanensis, Distylium annamicum, Distylium buxifolium, Distylium chinense, Distylium chinense, Distylium chungii,

References

Carl Anton von Meyer (1795-1855): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.A.Mey.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:430741-1: Based on the initial data import