Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
decurrens
ID:
473465

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.J.P.Winkl.) R.J.Johns

Source:
ksu

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Flow. Pl. Papuasia: Dicot. 2: 54 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000472797



Common Names

  • Decurrens Procris
  • Procris
  • Decurrens' Procris


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Synonyms

  • Elatostema decurrens H.J.P.Winkl. [unknown]

Description

Procris decurrens (also called Decurrent 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 decurrens 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

Procris decurrens has small, white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Procris decurrens is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light frost.

Where to Find Procris decurrens

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

Procris decurrens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Procris decurrens?

Procris decurrens

What is the family of Procris decurrens?

Acanthaceae

Where is Procris decurrens native to?

Brazil

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

Robert James Johns (1944-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.J.Johns' in the authors string.
Hubert J. P. Winkler (1875-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.J.P.Winkl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:945804-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.