Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
boninensis
ID:
473429

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tuyama

Source:
ksu

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 49: 371 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000472761



Common Names

  • Boninensis Procris
  • Procris
  • Boninensis' Procris


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Description

Procris boninensis (also called Bonin Procris, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with ovate to lanceolate leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to Central America, and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Procris boninensis is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage, and as a traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and as a purgative.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Procris boninensis is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Procris boninensis is a tropical shrub that is native to South America. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from non-flowering shoots and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. The plant prefers partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Procris boninensis

Procris boninensis is native to Central and South America. It is found in tropical rainforests and woodlands.

Procris boninensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Procris boninensis?

Procris boninensis

What is the common name of Procris boninensis?

Bonin Procris

What is the natural habitat of Procris boninensis?

It is found in tropical and subtropical forests in Southeast Asia.

Species in the Urticaceae family

Archiboehmeria atrata, Astrothalamus reticulatus, Australina flaccida, Australina pusilla, Australina pusilla, Boehmeria aspera, Boehmeria balslevii, Boehmeria beyeri, Boehmeria brevirostris, Boehmeria bullata, Boehmeria burgeriana, Boehmeria caudata, Boehmeria celtidifolia, Boehmeria clidemioides, Boehmeria conica, Boehmeria cylindrica, Boehmeria densiflora, Boehmeria depauperata, Boehmeria didymogyne, Boehmeria dura, Boehmeria egregia, Boehmeria excelsa, Boehmeria grandis, Boehmeria hamiltoniana, Boehmeria helferi, Boehmeria heterophylla, Boehmeria holosericea, Boehmeria japonica, Boehmeria kiusiana, Boehmeria kurzii, Boehmeria lanceolata, Boehmeria martii, Boehmeria multiflora, Boehmeria nakashimae, Boehmeria nivea, Boehmeria ourantha, Boehmeria pavonii, Boehmeria penduliflora, Boehmeria pilosiuscula, Boehmeria platanifolia, Boehmeria polystachya, Boehmeria radiata, Boehmeria ramiflora, Boehmeria repens, Boehmeria rugosissima, Boehmeria siamensis, Boehmeria sieboldiana, Boehmeria spicigera, Boehmeria splitgerbera, Boehmeria ternifolia,

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