Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Genus:
Species:
pedunculata
ID:
1330178

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Jacq.) Kuijt

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Novon 23: 177 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342632



Common Names

  • Pedunculata Passovia
  • Pedunculata Passovia Plant
  • Passovia Plant


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Description

Passovia pedunculata (also called Passovia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to Brazil. It has small, white flowers and glossy, dark green leaves. It typically grows in tropical and subtropical climates in moist, well-drained soils. It is often found in open woodlands and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Passovia pedunculata is used to make a tea that is said to have calming effects and is also used as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Passovia pedunculata are white and bell-shaped, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Passovia pedunculata is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Passovia pedunculata

Passovia pedunculata is native to Brazil.

Passovia pedunculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Passovia pedunculata?

Passovia pedunculata

What is the common name of Passovia pedunculata?

Pedunculata Passovia

What is the natural habitat of Passovia pedunculata?

Tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests

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

Nikolaus Joseph von Jacquin (1727-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jacq.' in the authors string.
Job Kuijt (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuijt' in the authors string.