Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
hasslerianus
ID:
818428

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Chodat) P.S.Green

Source:
wcs

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 49: 281 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000817762



Common Names

  • Priogymnanthus hasslerianus
  • Hasslerianus Priogymnanthus
  • Priogymnanthus Hasslerianus


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Description

Priogymnanthus hasslerianus (also called 'Hassler's Priogymnanthus' and 'Hassler's Priogymnanthus', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It typically grows in moist, shady areas and is characterized by its opposite leaves, which are usually dark green in colour and can reach up to 10 cm in length.

Uses & Benefits

Priogymnanthus hasslerianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Priogymnanthus hasslerianus is yellow-green with a white lip and a long spur. The seed is round and brown. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Priogymnanthus hasslerianus is a hardy, evergreen shrub that is easy to grow in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by cuttings in spring or autumn, or by seed in spring.

Where to Find Priogymnanthus hasslerianus

Priogymnanthus hasslerianus is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical rainforests, dry forests, and savannas.

Priogymnanthus hasslerianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Priogymnanthus hasslerianus?

Priogymnanthus hasslerianus

What is the family of Priogymnanthus hasslerianus?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Priogymnanthus hasslerianus?

Hassler's Priogymnanthus

Species in the Oleaceae family

Abeliophyllum distichum, Cartrema floridana, Cartrema scortechinii, Cartrema sumatrana, Cartrema americana, Chionanthus greenii, Chionanthus colonchensis, Chionanthus macrothyrsus, Chionanthus acunae, Chionanthus adamsii, Chionanthus albidiflorus, Chionanthus amblirrhinus, Chionanthus avilensis, Chionanthus axillaris, Chionanthus axilliflorus, Chionanthus bakeri, Chionanthus balgooyanus, Chionanthus beccarii, Chionanthus brachystachys, Chionanthus brassii, Chionanthus bumelioides, Chionanthus callophylloides, Chionanthus callophyllus, Chionanthus caudifolius, Chionanthus caymanensis, Chionanthus celebicus, Chionanthus clementis, Chionanthus compactus, Chionanthus cordulatus, Chionanthus coriaceus, Chionanthus crassifolius, Chionanthus crispus, Chionanthus curvicarpus, Chionanthus cuspidatus, Chionanthus decipiens, Chionanthus densiflorus, Chionanthus dictyophyllus, Chionanthus diversifolius, Chionanthus domingensis, Chionanthus dussii, Chionanthus ellipticus, Chionanthus enervis, Chionanthus eriorachis, Chionanthus evenius, Chionanthus ferrugineus, Chionanthus filiformis, Chionanthus fluminensis, Chionanthus gigas, Chionanthus globosus, Chionanthus glomeratus,

References

Robert Hippolyte Chodat (1865-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chodat' in the authors string.
Peter Shaw Green (1920-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.S.Green' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:977400-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].