Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
viscida
ID:
273671

Status:
valid

Authors:
(E.Pritz.) Rye

Source:
wcs

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 11: 106 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000273003



Common Names

  • Physopsis viscida
  • Viscid Physopsis
  • Viscida Physopsis


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Synonyms

  • Newcastelia viscida E.Pritz. [unknown]

Description

Physopsis viscida (also called Viscid Physopsis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family. It is native to Central America and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Physopsis viscida is a perennial plant native to North America. It is often used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects to gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Physopsis viscida is a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Physopsis viscida is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Division should be done in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Physopsis viscida

Physopsis viscida is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.

Physopsis viscida FAQ

What are the common names for Physopsis viscida?

Viscid physopsis and viscid fern

What is the native range of Physopsis viscida?

Philippines

What is the optimal growing environment for Physopsis viscida?

Partial shade, moist soil, and moderate temperatures

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-155758: Based on the initial data import
Ernst Georg Pritzel (1875-1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Pritz.' in the authors string.
Barbara Lynette Rye (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rye' in the authors string.