Pterandra arborea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arborea
ID:
1249869
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ducke
Source:
tro
Year:
1932
Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat. , sér. 2, 4: 736 (1932)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001249207
Common Names
- Pterandra arborea
- Tree Pterandra
- Arboreal Pterandra
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pterandra arborea (also called Tree Pterandra, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae. It is native to Central and South America, where it is found in wet forests, swamps, and stream margins. It is a perennial herb, growing to 0.6 m tall, with opposite, ovate leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Pterandra arborea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, inflammation, and rheumatism.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pterandra arborea has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The fruit is a small, yellow-brown capsule with many seeds. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a single stem.
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Pterandra arborea can be propagated through seeds or cuttings. It should be grown in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize in the spring. Prune after flowering to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Pterandra arborea
Pterandra arborea is native to India and Sri Lanka. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Pterandra arborea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pterandra arborea?
Pterandra arborea
What is the common name of Pterandra arborea?
N/A
Where is Pterandra arborea found?
Colombia
Species in the Pterandra genus
Pterandra egleri, Pterandra flavescens, Pterandra hatschbachii, Pterandra sericea, Pterandra viridiflora, Pterandra pyroidea, Pterandra isthmica, Pterandra evansii, Pterandra andersonii, Pterandra arborea, Pterandra guianensis, Pterandra mcphersonii, Pterandra hirsuta, Pterandra colombiana, Pterandra ultramontana,
Species in the Malpighiaceae family
Acmanthera cowanii, Acmanthera duckei, Acmanthera fernandesii, Acmanthera latifolia, Acmanthera longifolia, Acmanthera minima, Acmanthera parviflora, Acridocarpus adenophorus, Acridocarpus alopecurus, Acridocarpus alternifolius, Acridocarpus austrocaledonicus, Acridocarpus ballyi, Acridocarpus camerunensis, Acridocarpus chevalieri, Acridocarpus chloropterus, Acridocarpus congestus, Acridocarpus congolensis, Acridocarpus excelsus, Acridocarpus glaucescens, Acridocarpus hirundo, Acridocarpus humbertii, Acridocarpus humblotii, Acridocarpus katangensis, Acridocarpus ledermannii, Acridocarpus longifolius, Acridocarpus macrocalyx, Acridocarpus mayumbensis, Acridocarpus monodii, Acridocarpus natalitius, Acridocarpus oppositifolius, Acridocarpus orientalis, Acridocarpus pauciglandulosus, Acridocarpus perrieri, Acridocarpus plagiopterus, Acridocarpus prasinus, Acridocarpus scheffleri, Acridocarpus smeathmannii, Acridocarpus socotranus, Acridocarpus spectabilis, Acridocarpus staudtii, Acridocarpus ugandensis, Acridocarpus vanderystii, Acridocarpus vivy, Acridocarpus zanzibaricus, Adelphia hiraea, Adelphia macrophylla, Adelphia mirabilis, Adelphia platyrachis, Aenigmatanthera doniana, Aenigmatanthera lasiandra,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50149001: Based on the initial data import
Adolpho Ducke (1876-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ducke' in the authors string.