Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
membranacea
ID:
268507

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
J. Malayan Branch Roy. Asiat. Soc. 1: 30 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000267839



Common Names

  • Petraeovitex membranacea
  • Membranacea Petraeovitex
  • Membranaceous Petraeovitex


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Synonyms

  • Petraeovitex membranacea malesiana Munir [unknown]

Description

Petraeovitex membranacea (also called 'Membranous 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 membranous surfaces and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Petraeovitex membranacea is a popular ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin ailments and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Petraeovitex membranacea 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Petraeovitex membranacea 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 membranacea

Petraeovitex membranacea is found in India and Sri Lanka.

Petraeovitex membranacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Petraeovitex membranacea?

Petraeovitex membranacea

What is the common name of Petraeovitex membranacea?

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What is the natural habitat of Petraeovitex membranacea?

It is found in tropical and subtropical forests in India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

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