Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
parva
ID:
312427

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lorence

Source:
wcs

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Novon 4: 135 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000311759



Common Names

  • Sommera parva
  • Small Sommera
  • Small-like Sommera


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Description

Sommera parva (also called Dwarf Sommera, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 m tall. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in wet montane forests. Its leaves are ovate and dark green in colour.

Uses & Benefits

Sommera parva is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to attract birds and other wildlife to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sommera parva has white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have ovate leaves and a creeping habit.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sommera parva can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist.

Where to Find Sommera parva

Sommera parva is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Sommera parva FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sommera parva?

Sommera parva

What is the common name of Sommera parva?

Sommera parva

What is the natural habitat of Sommera parva?

Tropical and subtropical moist forests

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-192915: Based on the initial data import
David H. Lorence (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lorence' in the authors string.