Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rubescens
ID:
483826

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pittier

Source:
cmp

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Arb. Arbust. Venez. 2-3: 21, in obs. 1923 ; reprinted from Bol. Comercial Industr. 34, 1923

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000483158



Common Names

  • Panopsis rubescens
  • Rubescens Panopsis
  • Reddish Panopsis


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Synonyms

  • Panopsis cuaensis Steyerm. [unknown]
  • Andriapetalum rubescens Pohl [unknown]
  • Andriapetalum rubescens acuminatum Meisn. [unknown]
  • Panopsis sprucei Meisn. ex Rusby [unknown]
  • Panopsis acuminata (Meisn.) J.F.Macbr. [unknown]
  • Roupala yauaperyensis Barb.Rodr. [unknown]

Description

Panopsis rubescens (also called Red Panopsis, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has small, oval leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, open areas, such as savannas and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Panopsis rubescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a long flowering period and is drought tolerant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Panopsis rubescens var. simulans J.F.Macbr.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Panopsis rubescens is a yellow, bell-shaped flower with a white throat. The seed is a small, black, three-angled nut. The seedlings of this plant are small and have a tuft of leaves at the top.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Panopsis rubescens is a small, evergreen shrub with a compact, rounded habit. It grows best in full sun to partial shade in well-drained, acidic soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained, sandy mix.

Where to Find Panopsis rubescens

Panopsis rubescens is native to Costa Rica.

Panopsis rubescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Panopsis rubescens?

Panopsis rubescens

What is the common name of Panopsis rubescens?

Red Panopsis

What type of plant is Panopsis rubescens?

It is a type of shrub

Species in the Proteaceae family

Acidonia microcarpa, Adenanthos acanthophyllus, Adenanthos apiculatus, Adenanthos argyreus, Adenanthos barbigerus, Adenanthos cacomorphus, Adenanthos cuneatus, Adenanthos cunninghamii, Adenanthos cygnorum, Adenanthos detmoldii, Adenanthos dobagii, Adenanthos dobsonii, Adenanthos drummondii, Adenanthos ellipticus, Adenanthos eyrei, Adenanthos filifolius, Adenanthos flavidiflorus, Adenanthos forrestii, Adenanthos glabrescens, Adenanthos gracilipes, Adenanthos ileticos, Adenanthos intermedius, Adenanthos intricatus, Adenanthos labillardierei, Adenanthos linearis, Adenanthos macropodianus, Adenanthos meisneri, Adenanthos obovatus, Adenanthos oreophilus, Adenanthos pamelus, Adenanthos pungens, Adenanthos sericeus, Adenanthos strictus, Adenanthos teges, Adenanthos terminalis, Adenanthos velutinus, Adenanthos venosus, Agastachys odorata, Alloxylon brachycarpum, Alloxylon flammeum, Alloxylon pinnatum, Alloxylon wickhamii, Athertonia diversifolia, Aulax cancellata, Aulax pallasia, Aulax umbellata, Austromuellera trinervia, Austromuellera valida, Banksia acanthopoda, Banksia acuminata,

References