Status:
valid
Authors:
(Lam.) Merr.
Source:
tro
Year:
1917
Citation Micro:
Interpr. Herb. Amboin. : 219 (1917)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001228232
Common Names
- Pericampylus glaucus
- Glaucus Pericampylus
- Glaucus Pericampyli
Description
Pericampylus glaucus (also called 'Glaucous Pericampylus', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with linear-lanceolate leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to China and is found in forests, shrublands and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Pericampylus glaucus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pericampylus glaucus has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pericampylus glaucus is a perennial herbaceous plant that is propagated by seed. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soils. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Pericampylus glaucus
Pericampylus glaucus can be found in the tropical and subtropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Pericampylus glaucus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pericampylus glaucus?
Pericampylus glaucus
What type of plant is Pericampylus glaucus?
Herbaceous perennial
Where is Pericampylus glaucus native to?
Mexico and Guatemala
Species in the Pericampylus genus
Species in the Menispermaceae family
Abuta acutifolia,
Abuta antioquiana,
Abuta aristeguietae,
Abuta barbata,
Abuta brevifolia,
Abuta bullata,
Abuta candollei,
Abuta chiapasensis,
Abuta chocoensis,
Abuta colombiana,
Abuta dwyeriana,
Abuta fluminum,
Abuta grandifolia,
Abuta grisebachii,
Abuta imene,
Abuta longa,
Abuta mycetandra,
Abuta obovata,
Abuta pahni,
Abuta panamensis,
Abuta panurensis,
Abuta platyphylla,
Abuta racemosa,
Abuta rufescens,
Abuta sandwithiana,
Abuta seemannii,
Abuta selloana,
Abuta solimoesensis,
Abuta soukupii,
Abuta spicata,
Abuta steyermarkii,
Abuta vaupesensis,
Abuta velutina,
Albertisia apiculata,
Albertisia capituliflora,
Albertisia cordifolia,
Albertisia crassa,
Albertisia cuneata,
Albertisia delagoensis,
Albertisia exelliana,
Albertisia ferruginea,
Albertisia glabra,
Albertisia laurifolia,
Albertisia mangenotii,
Albertisia mecistophylla,
Albertisia megacarpa,
Albertisia papuana,
Albertisia porcata,
Albertisia puberula,
Albertisia scandens,