Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
bracteata
ID:
268533

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steud.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Flora 26: 764 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000267865



Common Names

  • Petrea bracteata
  • Bracteata Petrea
  • Bracted Petrea


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Synonyms

  • Petrea martiana martiana [unknown]

Description

Petrea bracteata (also called Bracted Petrea, among many other common names) is a woody, evergreen, perennial vine that is native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It has long, slender stems with opposite, ovate-lanceolate leaves and white flowers. It grows in tropical forests, savannas, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Petrea bracteata is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin ailments and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Petrea bracteata has white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Petrea bracteata is a fast-growing shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by taking stem cuttings in spring or summer and rooting them in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Seeds can be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny spot. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Petrea bracteata

Petrea bracteata is found in Colombia and Venezuela.

Petrea bracteata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Petrea bracteata?

Petrea bracteata

What is the common name of Petrea bracteata?

Purple Petrea

What is the natural habitat of Petrea bracteata?

Tropical and subtropical forests

Species in the Verbenaceae family

Acantholippia seriphioides, Aloysia unifacialis, Aloysia decipiens, Aloysia barbata, Aloysia brasiliensis, Aloysia castellanosii, Aloysia catamarcensis, Aloysia chamaedryfolia, Aloysia chiapensis, Aloysia citrodora, Aloysia crenata, Aloysia densispicata, Aloysia dusenii, Aloysia fiebrigii, Aloysia gentryi, Aloysia gratissima, Aloysia hatschbachii, Aloysia herrerae, Aloysia macrostachya, Aloysia nahuire, Aloysia oblanceolata, Aloysia ovatifolia, Aloysia peruviana, Aloysia polygalifolia, Aloysia polystachya, Aloysia pulchra, Aloysia salviifolia, Aloysia schulziana, Aloysia scorodonioides, Aloysia sonorensis, Aloysia spathulata, Aloysia virgata, Aloysia wrightii, Aloysia velutina, Aloysia cordata, Aloysia arequipensis, Aloysia coalcomana, Aloysia salsoloides, Aloysia deserticola, Aloysia trifida, Aloysia riojana, Aloysia tarapacana, Bouchea agrestis, Bouchea boliviana, Bouchea dissecta, Bouchea notabilis, Bouchea prismatica, Bouchea pseudochascanum, Bouchea rusbyi, Bouchea spathulata,

References

Ernst Gottlieb von Steudel (1783-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steud.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:301979-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].