Status:
valid
Authors:
Latiff
Source:
ksu
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Fed. Mus. J. 27: 55 (1982)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000474330
Common Names
- Pterisanthes brevipedicellata
- Brevipedicellata Vine
- Brevipedicellata Climber
Description
Pterisanthes brevipedicellata (also called Pterisanthes Brevipedicellata, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It grows in open, dry, rocky, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Pterisanthes brevipedicellata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pterisanthes brevipedicellata has small white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings have thin, light green stems and small, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Musa exotica is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub with a spreading habit. It can be propagated from cuttings, which should be taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and should be about 6-8 inches long. The cuttings should be placed in a pot filled with a mixture of equal parts of sand and peat moss. The pot should be kept in a warm, bright location and watered regularly. The cuttings should root within a few weeks.
Where to Find Pterisanthes brevipedicellata
Pterisanthes brevipedicellata is native to Southeast Asia. It can be found in moist, shady areas, such as woodlands and along streams.
Pterisanthes brevipedicellata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pterisanthes brevipedicellata?
Pterisanthes brevipedicellata
What is the common name of Pterisanthes brevipedicellata?
Brevipedicellata
What is the family of Pterisanthes brevipedicellata?
Araliaceae
Species in the Pterisanthes genus
Pterisanthes polita,
Pterisanthes pedata,
Pterisanthes miquelii,
Pterisanthes heterantha,
Pterisanthes glabra,
Pterisanthes eriopoda,
Pterisanthes caudigera,
Pterisanthes beccariana,
Pterisanthes dalhousieae,
Pterisanthes rufula,
Pterisanthes sinuosa,
Pterisanthes grandis,
Pterisanthes parvifolia,
Pterisanthes quinquefoliolata,
Pterisanthes stonei,
Pterisanthes sumatrana,
Pterisanthes pulchra,
Pterisanthes gladiata,
Pterisanthes brevipedicellata,
Pterisanthes cissioides,
Species in the Vitaceae family
Acareosperma spireanum,
Ampelocissus birii,
Ampelocissus abyssinica,
Ampelocissus acapulcensis,
Ampelocissus acetosa,
Ampelocissus aculeata,
Ampelocissus africana,
Ampelocissus amentaceus,
Ampelocissus angolensis,
Ampelocissus arachnoidea,
Ampelocissus araneosa,
Ampelocissus artemisiifolia,
Ampelocissus ascendiflora,
Ampelocissus banaensis,
Ampelocissus barbata,
Ampelocissus bombycina,
Ampelocissus borneensis,
Ampelocissus botryostachys,
Ampelocissus butoensis,
Ampelocissus capillaris,
Ampelocissus cardiospermoides,
Ampelocissus celebica,
Ampelocissus chaffanjonii,
Ampelocissus changensis,
Ampelocissus cinnamomea,
Ampelocissus complanata,
Ampelocissus concinna,
Ampelocissus debilis,
Ampelocissus dekindtiana,
Ampelocissus dichothrix,
Ampelocissus dissecta,
Ampelocissus divaricata,
Ampelocissus dolichobotrys,
Ampelocissus edulis,
Ampelocissus elegans,
Ampelocissus elephantina,
Ampelocissus erdvendbergianus,
Ampelocissus filipes,
Ampelocissus floccosus,
Ampelocissus frutescens,
Ampelocissus gardineri,
Ampelocissus gracilipes,
Ampelocissus gracilis,
Ampelocissus harmandii,
Ampelocissus helferi,
Ampelocissus hoabinhensis,
Ampelocissus humulifolia,
Ampelocissus imperialis,
Ampelocissus indica,
Ampelocissus iomalla,