Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
multiflora
ID:
268509

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Interpr. Herb. Amboin. : 453 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000267841



Common Names

  • Petraeovitex multiflora
  • Multiflora Petraeovitex
  • Many-flowered Petraeovitex


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Synonyms

  • Petraeovitex multiflora pubescens (Warb.) Munir [unknown]
  • Petraeovitex pubescens Warb. [unknown]
  • Petraeovitex riedelii Oliv. [unknown]
  • Petraeovitex riedelii F.Muell. [unknown]

Description

Petraeovitex multiflora (also called 'Many-flowered 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 multiflora is an 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 multiflora 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 multiflora 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 multiflora

Petraeovitex multiflora is found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

Petraeovitex multiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Petraeovitex multiflora?

Petraeovitex multiflora

What is the common name of Petraeovitex multiflora?

Multiflora Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Petraeovitex multiflora?

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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