Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Species:
chionophila
ID:
1238142

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.E.Schulz

Source:
tro

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 10: 783 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001237480

Common Names

  • Parodiodoxa Chionophila
  • Chionophila Parodiodoxa
  • Chionophila Parodiodoxa Plant

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Description

Parodiodoxa chionophila (also called 'White-flowered Parodiodoxa', among many other common names) is a shrub native to Brazil. It typically grows in wet, tropical forests. It has small, oval leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Parodiodoxa chionophila is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can also be used as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Parodiodoxa chionophila is white with yellow centers and has four petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Parodiodoxa chionophila is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that is native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings, which should be taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Parodiodoxa chionophila

Parodiodoxa chionophila is native to South America and can be found in Argentina, Bolivia, and Peru.

Parodiodoxa chionophila FAQ

What is the scientific name of Parodiodoxa chionophila?

Parodiodoxa chionophila

What is the common name of Parodiodoxa chionophila?

Snow-loving Parodiodoxa

What is the natural habitat of Parodiodoxa chionophila?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Parodiodoxa genus

Species in the Brassicaceae family

Abdra brachycarpa, Abdra aprica, Acuston perenne, Aethionema rhodopaeum, Aethionema alanyae, Aethionema arabicum, Aethionema armenum, Aethionema capitatum, Aethionema carlsbergii, Aethionema carneum, Aethionema cephalanthum, Aethionema cordatum, Aethionema coridifolium, Aethionema demirizii, Aethionema diastrophis, Aethionema dumanii, Aethionema edentulum, Aethionema eunomioides, Aethionema fimbriatum, Aethionema froedinii, Aethionema gileadense, Aethionema glaucinum, Aethionema grandiflorum, Aethionema heterocarpum, Aethionema heterophyllum, Aethionema huber-morathii, Aethionema karamanicum, Aethionema lepidioides, Aethionema levandowskyi, Aethionema lycium, Aethionema marashicum, Aethionema membranaceum, Aethionema munzurense, Aethionema orbiculatum, Aethionema papillosum, Aethionema retsina, Aethionema saxatile, Aethionema schistosum, Aethionema semnanensis, Aethionema speciosum, Aethionema spicatum, Aethionema stylosum, Aethionema subulatum, Aethionema syriacum, Aethionema thesiifolium, Aethionema thomasianum, Aethionema transhyrcanum, Aethionema turcicum, Aethionema umbellatum, Aethionema virgatum,

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