Schwartzia parrae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
parrae
ID:
505702
Status:
valid
Authors:
Gir.-Cañas
Source:
cmp
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Novon 12: 456 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000505034
Common Names
- Schwartzia parrae
- Parra's Schwartzia
- Parra's False-Tamarind
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Schwartzia parrae (also called 'Parrae', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae. It is a small shrub with a height of up to 1 m. It is native to South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Schwartzia parrae is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach aches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Schwartzia parrae has a small, white flower with a short stem. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, bright green leaves and a short, thin stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Schwartzia parrae is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be grown in partial shade or full sun. It is best propagated by seed, but can also be propagated by cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and regular watering.
Where to Find Schwartzia parrae
Schwartzia parrae is found in Peru.
Schwartzia parrae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Schwartzia parrae?
Schwartzia parrae
What is the common name of Schwartzia parrae?
Parra's Schwartzia
Where is Schwartzia parrae native to?
Colombia
Species in the Schwartzia genus
Schwartzia chocoensis, Schwartzia brasiliensis, Schwartzia antioquensis, Schwartzia andina, Schwartzia costaricensis, Schwartzia weddelliana, Schwartzia spiciflora, Schwartzia renvoizei, Schwartzia parrae, Schwartzia magnifica, Schwartzia lozaniana, Schwartzia adamantium, Schwartzia geniculatiflora, Schwartzia jucuensis, Schwartzia pterosara, Schwartzia brenesii, Schwartzia jimenezii, Schwartzia diaz-piedrahitae, Schwartzia tarrazuensis, Schwartzia petersonii,
Species in the Marcgraviaceae family
Marcgravia hartii, Marcgravia elegans, Marcgravia fosbergiana, Marcgravia eichleriana, Marcgravia evenia, Marcgravia domingensis, Marcgravia coriacea, Marcgravia caudata, Marcgravia brachysepala, Marcgravia sororopaniana, Marcgravia tobagensis, Marcgravia stonei, Marcgravia serrae, Marcgravia schippii, Marcgravia rubra, Marcgravia roonii, Marcgravia rectiflora, Marcgravia purpurea, Marcgravia sprucei, Marcgravia trianae, Marcgravia maguirei, Marcgravia punctifolia, Marcgravia nubicola, Marcgravia nepenthoides, Marcgravia brownei, Marcgravia mexicana, Marcgravia pedunculosa, Marcgravia patellulifera, Marcgravia oligandra, Marcgravia crassicostata, Marcgravia crenata, Marcgravia dasyantha, Marcgravia macroscypha, Marcgravia myriostigma, Marcgravia neurophylla, Marcgravia oblongifolia, Marcgravia salicifolia, Marcgravia stenonectaria, Marcgravia subcaudata, Marcgravia weberbaueri, Marcgravia sintenisii, Marcgravia atropunctata, Marcgravia nervosa, Marcgravia pittieri, Marcgravia polyantha, Marcgravia longifolia, Marcgravia trinitatis, Marcgravia flagellaris, Marcgravia williamsii, Marcgravia gentlei,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2601311: Based on the initial data import
Diego Giraldo-Cañas (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gir.-Cañas' in the authors string.