Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
perpusilla
ID:
387656

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Went) P.Royen

Source:
cmp

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Neerl. 3: 220 (1954)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000386988



Common Names

  • Oserya perpusilla
  • Dwarf Oserya
  • Oserya


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Description

Oserya perpusilla (also called Dwarf Oserya, among many other common names) is a perennial evergreen shrub with white flowers. It is native to South Africa and is found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Oserya perpusilla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and flowers. The leaves can be used in salads, while the flowers can be used to make a tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oserya perpusilla has small yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oserya perpusilla is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seed should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil. The plant prefers full sun and moderate water.

Where to Find Oserya perpusilla

Oserya perpusilla can be found in the high Andes of Peru, Bolivia, and Argentina.

Oserya perpusilla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oserya perpusilla?

Oserya perpusilla

What is the common name of Oserya perpusilla?

Dwarf Oserya

Where is Oserya perpusilla native to?

Australia

Species in the Podostemaceae family

Angolaea fluitans, Apinagia aripecuruensis, Apinagia arminensis, Apinagia batrachifolia, Apinagia boliviana, Apinagia brevicaulis, Apinagia crispa, Apinagia digitata, Apinagia dissecta, Apinagia divaricata, Apinagia fimbrifolia, Apinagia flexuosa, Apinagia fluitans, Apinagia fucoides, Apinagia gardneriana, Apinagia glaziovii, Apinagia goejei, Apinagia guairaensis, Apinagia guyanensis, Apinagia hulkiana, Apinagia itanensis, Apinagia kochii, Apinagia latifolia, Apinagia leptophylla, Apinagia longifolia, Apinagia marowynensis, Apinagia membranacea, Apinagia minor, Apinagia multibranchiata, Apinagia parvifolia, Apinagia petiolata, Apinagia platystigma, Apinagia pusilla, Apinagia rangiferina, Apinagia richardiana, Apinagia ruppioides, Apinagia spruceana, Apinagia staheliana, Apinagia surumuensis, Apinagia tenuifolia, Apinagia treslingiana, Apinagia versteegiana, Apinagia brejoagrestinensis, Autana andersonii, Castelnavia noveloi, Castelnavia cuneifolia, Castelnavia fimbriata, Castelnavia fluitans, Castelnavia lindmaniana, Castelnavia monandra,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2394147: Based on the initial data import
Pieter van Royen (1923-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Royen' in the authors string.
Frits Went (1863-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Went' in the authors string.