Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
crenata
ID:
473446

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.B.Rob.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 5: 507 (1910 publ. 1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000472778



Common Names

  • Crenata Procris
  • Procris
  • Crenata's Procris


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Synonyms

  • Procris philippinensis C.B.Rob. [unknown]
  • Procris rhizantha Gagnep. [unknown]
  • Procris cuneata Blume [unknown]
  • Pellionia procridioides Gagnep. [unknown]
  • Elatostema gagnepainianum H.Schroet. [unknown]
  • Elatostema wightianum Wedd. [unknown]
  • Procris wightiana (Wedd.) Baill. [unknown]
  • Procris lagunensis C.B.Rob. [unknown]
  • Pellionia procropioides Gagnep. [unknown]

Description

Procris crenata (also called Crenate 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 crenata is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Procris crenata 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 crenata 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 crenata

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

Procris crenata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Procris crenata?

Procris crenata

What is the common name of Procris crenata?

Crenate Procris

What is the habitat of Procris crenata?

It is found in moist, shady areas, such as forests and woodlands

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,

References

Charles Budd Robinson (1871-1913): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Rob.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:856286-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.