Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
pubescens
ID:
268567

Status:
valid

Authors:
Turcz.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1863

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 36(II): 211 (1863)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000267899



Common Names

  • Petrea Pubescens
  • Pubescens Vine
  • Hairy Petrea


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Synonyms

  • Petrea pubescens pubescens [unknown]
  • Petrea pubescens albicalyx Moldenke [unknown]

Description

Petrea pubescens (also called Hairy Petrea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Central and South America. It has long, thin, dark green leaves and produces small white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Petrea pubescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to attract birds and butterflies to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Petrea pubescens are small and white. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and fragile.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Petrea pubescens is a tropical shrub native to Central and South America. It is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 10 feet tall and wide. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and lightly covered with soil. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Petrea pubescens

Petrea pubescens is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico, Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, and Brazil.

Petrea pubescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Petrea pubescens?

Petrea pubescens

What is the common name of Petrea pubescens?

Hairy Petrea

What is the natural habitat of Petrea pubescens?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland 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

Nikolai Turczaninov (1796-1864): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Turcz.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:301447-2: 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].