Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
parviflorus
ID:
318698

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Mey. ex Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Comm. Pl. Afr. Austr. : 230 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000318030



Common Names

  • Syncolostemon parviflorus
  • Parviflorus Syncolostemon
  • Small-Flowered Syncolostemon


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Synonyms

  • Syncolostemon parviflorus dissitiflorus N.E.Br. [unknown]

Description

Syncolostemon parviflorus (also called Syncolostemon, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Syncolostemon parviflorus is an evergreen shrub that is native to South Africa. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. The leaves of the plant can be used to make a tea that is said to have medicinal properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Syncolostemon parviflorus var. lanceolatus (Gürke) Codd
Syncolostemon parviflorus var. parviflorus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Syncolostemon parviflorus are white or pinkish in color and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Syncolostemon parviflorus is a tropical shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Water regularly and fertilize monthly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Syncolostemon parviflorus

Syncolostemon parviflorus can be found in South Africa, Swaziland, and Zimbabwe.

Syncolostemon parviflorus FAQ

What is the common name of Syncolostemon parviflorus?

Small-flowered syncolostemon

What is the scientific name of Small-flowered syncolostemon?

Syncolostemon parviflorus

What is the natural habitat of Syncolostemon parviflorus?

It is native to South Africa

Species in the Syncolostemon genus

Syncolostemon argenteus, Syncolostemon comptonii, Syncolostemon concinnus, Syncolostemon densiflorus, Syncolostemon eriocephalus, Syncolostemon flabellifolius, Syncolostemon latidens, Syncolostemon macranthus, Syncolostemon macrophyllus, Syncolostemon parviflorus, Syncolostemon ramulosus, Syncolostemon rotundifolius, Syncolostemon albiflorus, Syncolostemon bolusii, Syncolostemon bracteosus, Syncolostemon canescens, Syncolostemon comosus, Syncolostemon elliottii, Syncolostemon floccosus, Syncolostemon foliosus, Syncolostemon gerrardii, Syncolostemon incanus, Syncolostemon linearis, Syncolostemon madagascariensis, Syncolostemon modestus, Syncolostemon obermeyerae, Syncolostemon oritrephes, Syncolostemon ornatus, Syncolostemon parvifolius, Syncolostemon persimilis, Syncolostemon petiolatus, Syncolostemon pretoriae, Syncolostemon punctatus, Syncolostemon ramosus, Syncolostemon rehmannii, Syncolostemon rugosifolius, Syncolostemon stalmansii, Syncolostemon stenophyllus, Syncolostemon subvelutinus, Syncolostemon teucriifolius, Syncolostemon thorncroftii, Syncolostemon transvaalensis, Syncolostemon welwitschii, Syncolostemon cinereus, Syncolostemon namapaensis, Syncolostemon aurulentus,

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-199000: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Ernst Heinrich Friedrich Meyer (1791-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Mey.' in the authors string.