Status:
valid
Authors:
Thwaites
Source:
wcs
Year:
1861
Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Zeyl. : 305 (1861)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000253650
Common Names
- Parvula Basil
- Parvula Tulsi
- Parvula Sacred Basil
Synonyms
- Octarrhena nana Schltr. [unknown]
- Phreatia nana Hook.f. [unknown]
- Phreatia parvula Benth. ex Hook.f. [unknown]
Description
Octarrhena parvula (also called Dwarf Octarrhena, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apiaceae. It is an annual herb, typically growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to Australia, where it is found in lowland rainforests and on hillsides.
Uses & Benefits
Octarrhena parvula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Octarrhena parvula is a small white or pinkish-white flower with a short tube and five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Octarrhena parvula is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in partial shade, but can tolerate full sun. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained potting mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained potting mix. Once established, it is drought tolerant.
Where to Find Octarrhena parvula
Octarrhena parvula can be found in the mountains of New Guinea.
Octarrhena parvula FAQ
What is the scientific name of Octarrhena parvula?
Octarrhena parvula
What is the common name of Octarrhena parvula?
Small Octarrhena
What is the natural habitat of Octarrhena parvula?
Tropical and subtropical regions
Species in the Octarrhena genus
Octarrhena amesiana,
Octarrhena angraecoides,
Octarrhena aristata,
Octarrhena bilabrata,
Octarrhena calceiformis,
Octarrhena celebica,
Octarrhena cordata,
Octarrhena cucullifera,
Octarrhena cupulilabra,
Octarrhena cylindrica,
Octarrhena cymbiformis,
Octarrhena elmeri,
Octarrhena ensifolia,
Octarrhena exigua,
Octarrhena filiformis,
Octarrhena firmula,
Octarrhena gemmifera,
Octarrhena gibbosa,
Octarrhena goliathensis,
Octarrhena hastipetala,
Octarrhena lorentzii,
Octarrhena macgregorii,
Octarrhena miniata,
Octarrhena oberonioides,
Octarrhena obovata,
Octarrhena parvula,
Octarrhena platyrachis,
Octarrhena purpurei-ocellata,
Octarrhena pusilla,
Octarrhena saccolabioides,
Octarrhena salmonea,
Octarrhena tenuis,
Octarrhena torricellensis,
Octarrhena trigona,
Octarrhena umbellulata,
Octarrhena vanvuurenii,
Octarrhena vitellina,
Octarrhena wariana,
Octarrhena angustifolia,
Octarrhena angustissima,
Octarrhena aporoides,
Octarrhena brassii,
Octarrhena falcifolia,
Octarrhena gracilis,
Octarrhena latipetala,
Octarrhena podochiloides,
Octarrhena reflexa,
Octarrhena spathulata,
Octarrhena uniflora,
Octarrhena mendumiana,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii,
Aa hartwegii,
Aa hieronymi,
Aa leucantha,
Aa lorentzii,
Aa macra,
Aa achalensis,
Aa maderoi,
Aa mandonii,
Aa matthewsii,
Aa microtidis,
Aa paleacea,
Aa argyrolepis,
Aa riobambae,
Aa rosei,
Aa schickendanzii,
Aa sphaeroglossa,
Aa trilobulata,
Aa weddelliana,
Aa aurantiaca,
Aa calceata,
Aa colombiana,
Aa denticulata,
Aa erosa,
Aa figueroi,
Aa lozanoi,
Aa lehmannii,
Acampe carinata,
Acampe cephalotes,
Acampe ochracea,
Acampe pachyglossa,
Acampe praemorsa,
Acampe joiceyana,
Acampe hulae,
Acanthophippium bicolor,
Acanthophippium chrysoglossum,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Acanthophippium eburneum,
Acanthophippium gougahense,
Acanthophippium javanicum,
Acanthophippium lilacinum,
Acanthophippium mantinianum,
Acanthophippium parviflorum,
Acanthophippium pictum,
Acanthophippium splendidum,
Acanthophippium striatum,
Acanthophippium sylhetense,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Achlydosa glandulosa,
Acianthera aculeata,