Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
frutescens
ID:
473455

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blume

Source:
ksu

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Bijdr. Fl. Ned. Ind. : 510 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000472787



Common Names

  • Frutescens Procris
  • Procris
  • Frutescens' Procris


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Synonyms

  • Sciophila frutescens (Blume) Gaudich. [unknown]
  • Elatostema frutescens (Blume) Hassk. [unknown]

Description

Procris frutescens (also called Shrubby 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 frutescens is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a source of fiber.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Procris frutescens var. caudatum (H.J.P.Winkl.) R.J.Johns
Procris frutescens var. sculptum (H.J.P.Winkl.) R.J.Johns
Procris frutescens var. frutescens

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Procris frutescens has small, yellow flowers with a white center. The flowers are borne in umbels. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Procris frutescens 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 frutescens

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

Procris frutescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Procris frutescens?

Procris frutescens

What is the common name of Procris frutescens?

Shrubby Procris

What is the habitat of Procris frutescens?

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,

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