Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Genus:
Species:
disjectifolia
ID:
749583

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rizzini) Kuijt

Source:
ksu

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Pl. Divers. Evol. 129: 194 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748916



Common Names

  • Passovia Disjectifolia
  • Disjectifolia Passovia
  • Passovia Disjectifolia


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Synonyms

  • Phthirusa disjectifolia (Rizzini) Kuijt [unknown]
  • Furarium disjectifolium Rizzini [unknown]

Description

Passovia disjectifolia (also called 'Disjointed-Leaved Passovia', among many other common names) is a perennial vine native to Central and South America. It has small, white flowers and long, narrow leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Passovia disjectifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Passovia disjectifolia is a white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Passovia disjectifolia is a perennial herb native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Passovia disjectifolia

Passovia disjectifolia is native to South America, and can be found in the tropical forests of the region.

Passovia disjectifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Passovia disjectifolia?

Passovia disjectifolia

What is the common name of Passovia disjectifolia?

Passovia disjectifolia

Where is Passovia disjectifolia native to?

India

Species in the Loranthaceae family

Actinanthella menyharthii, Actinanthella wyliei, Aetanthus andreanus, Aetanthus colombianus, Aetanthus coriaceus, Aetanthus dichotomus, Aetanthus engelsii, Aetanthus macranthus, Aetanthus mutisii, Aetanthus nodosus, Aetanthus ornatus, Aetanthus ovalis, Aetanthus trifolius, Aetanthus prolongatus, Aetanthus sessilifolius, Aetanthus verticillatus, Aetanthus megaphyllus, Aetanthus pascoensis, Aetanthus tachirensis, Aetanthus validus, Agelanthus atrocoronatus, Agelanthus bipartitus, Agelanthus brunneus, Agelanthus combreticola, Agelanthus copaiferae, Agelanthus crassifolius, Agelanthus deltae, Agelanthus dichrous, Agelanthus discolor, Agelanthus djurensis, Agelanthus dodonaeifolius, Agelanthus elegantulus, Agelanthus entebbensis, Agelanthus falcifolius, Agelanthus flammeus, Agelanthus fuellebornii, Agelanthus gilgii, Agelanthus glaucoviridis, Agelanthus glomeratus, Agelanthus gracilis, Agelanthus guineensis, Agelanthus henriquesii, Agelanthus heteromorphus, Agelanthus igneus, Agelanthus irangensis, Agelanthus kayseri, Agelanthus keilii, Agelanthus krausei, Agelanthus kraussianus, Agelanthus lancifolius,

References

Carlos Toledo Rizzini (1921-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rizzini' in the authors string.
Job Kuijt (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuijt' in the authors string.