Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
wolfei
ID:
268519

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.Sinclair

Source:
wcs

Year:
1956

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 15: 18 (1956)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000267851



Common Names

  • Petraeovitex wolfei
  • Wolfei Petraeovitex
  • Wolfe's Petraeovitex


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Description

Petraeovitex wolfei (also called 'Wolfe's 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 wolfei 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

Petraeovitex wolfei has white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Petraeovitex wolfei 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 wolfei

Petraeovitex wolfei is found in India and Sri Lanka.

Petraeovitex wolfei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Petraeovitex wolfei?

Petraeovitex wolfei

What is the common name of Petraeovitex wolfei?

Wolfei Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Petraeovitex wolfei?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-150854: Based on the initial data import
James Sinclair (1913-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Sinclair' in the authors string.