Status:
valid
Authors:
(Teijsm. & Binn.) Miq.
Source:
tro
Year:
1868
Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Bot. Lugduno-Batavi 4: 87 (1868)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001238604
Common Names
- Lucida Pycnarrhena
- Lucida Pycnarrhena
- Pycnarrhena lucida
Description
Pycnarrhena lucida (also called 'Shiny Pycnarrhena', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to India, China, and Southeast Asia. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in open areas. It has glossy, ovate leaves and white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Pycnarrhena lucida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pycnarrhena lucida has white flowers with yellow centers and small, round seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with a few leaves.
Where to Find Pycnarrhena lucida
Pycnarrhena lucida can be found in the southern United States, from Texas to Florida.
Pycnarrhena lucida FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pycnarrhena lucida?
Pycnarrhena lucida
What are the common names of Pycnarrhena lucida?
Pycnarrhena lucida is commonly known as Shiny Pycnarrhena
What is the natural habitat of Pycnarrhena lucida?
Pycnarrhena lucida is native to the tropical and subtropical forests of Southeast Asia
Species in the Pycnarrhena 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,