Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
decandra
ID:
480704

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baill.) Sleumer

Source:
cmp

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 40: 74 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000480036



Common Names

  • Decandra Passion Flower
  • Decandra Passionvine
  • Decandra Paropsiopsis


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Synonyms

  • Paropsiopsis leucantha Gilg [unknown]
  • Paropsiopsis africana Engl. [unknown]
  • Paropsiopsis bipindensis Gilg [unknown]
  • Paropsiopsis jollyana Gilg [unknown]
  • Paropsiopsis pulchra Gilg [unknown]
  • Paropsiopsis zenkeri Gilg [unknown]
  • Paropsiopsis ferruginea Exell [unknown]
  • Smeathmannia decandra Baill. [unknown]
  • Paropsiopsis africana leucantha (Gilg) Pellegr. [unknown]

Description

Paropsiopsis decandra (also called Ten-Stamen Paropsiopsis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to tropical Africa. It is an evergreen shrub with white flowers and can be found in forests, woodlands, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Paropsiopsis decandra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its fruits are edible.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Paropsiopsis decandra has white, five-petaled flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have two seed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paropsiopsis decandra is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial climber that can reach up to 8 m (26 ft) in height. It can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny position in well-drained soil. Stem cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, sunny position.

Where to Find Paropsiopsis decandra

Paropsiopsis decandra can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Paropsiopsis decandra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paropsiopsis decandra?

Paropsiopsis decandra

What is the common name of Paropsiopsis decandra?

Decandra Paropsiopsis

Where is Paropsiopsis decandra found?

Paropsiopsis decandra is found in the tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Species in the Paropsiopsis genus

Species in the Passifloraceae family

Adenia kigogoensis, Adenia litoralis, Adenia mcdadeana, Adenia metamorpha, Adenia stylosa, Adenia aculeata, Adenia acuta, Adenia adenifera, Adenia antongilliana, Adenia ballyi, Adenia banaensis, Adenia bequaertii, Adenia boivinii, Adenia cardiophylla, Adenia cissampeloides, Adenia cladosepala, Adenia cordifolia, Adenia cordifolia, Adenia crassa, Adenia cynanchifolia, Adenia densiflora, Adenia digitata, Adenia dinklagei, Adenia dolichosiphon, Adenia ecirrosa, Adenia elegans, Adenia ellenbeckii, Adenia epigea, Adenia erecta, Adenia fasciculata, Adenia fernandesiana, Adenia firingalavensis, Adenia fruticosa, Adenia gedoensis, Adenia glauca, Adenia globosa, Adenia globosa, Adenia goetzei, Adenia gracilis, Adenia guineensis, Adenia gummifera, Adenia hastata, Adenia heterophylla, Adenia hondala, Adenia huillensis, Adenia inermis, Adenia isaloensis, Adenia karibaensis, Adenia keramanthus, Adenia kinabaluensis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2560019: Based on the initial data import
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
Hermann Otto Sleumer (1906-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sleumer' in the authors string.