Status:
valid
Authors:
Munir
Source:
wcs
Year:
1965
Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 21: 234 (1965)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000267837
Common Names
- Petraeovitex kinabaluense
- Kinabaluense Petraeovitex
- Kinabalu Petraeovitex
Synonyms
- Petraeovitex kinabaluensis agrestis Munir [unknown]
Description
Petraeovitex kinabaluensis (also called 'Kinabalu Petraeovitex', among many other common names) is a small, erect shrub that grows up to 1.5 m in height. It is native to South America and is found in wet, tropical forests. It has small, ovate leaves with serrated edges and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Petraeovitex kinabaluensis is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of food for livestock, and in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Petraeovitex kinabaluensis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Petraeovitex kinabaluensis is a fast-growing shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by taking stem cuttings in spring or summer and rooting them in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Seeds can be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny spot. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.
Where to Find Petraeovitex kinabaluensis
Petraeovitex kinabaluensis is found in Borneo.
Petraeovitex kinabaluensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Petraeovitex kinabaluensis?
Petraeovitex kinabaluensis
What is the common name of Petraeovitex kinabaluensis?
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What is the natural habitat of Petraeovitex kinabaluensis?
It is found in tropical and subtropical forests in India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia
Species in the Petraeovitex genus
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Acrotome thorncroftii,
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