Warneckea parvifolia - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
parvifolia
ID:
1325115
Status:
valid
Authors:
R.D.Stone & Ntetha
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot. 88: 320 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337569
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Warneckea parvifolia (also called 'Tiny Warneckea', among many other common names) is a small, perennial, evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It prefers dry, sunny locations and is often found in rocky areas, scrubland, and coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Warneckea parvifolia is an ornamental plant that is used to decorate gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Warneckea parvifolia has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with long, thin stems and small, dark green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Warneckea parvifolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F (-29°C). It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Warneckea parvifolia
Warneckea parvifolia is native to South Africa. It can be found in the Cape Floristic Region and other parts of the country.
Warneckea parvifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Warneckea parvifolia?
Warneckea parvifolia
What are the common names of Warneckea parvifolia?
Small-leaf Warneckea, small-leaved Warneckea
Where is Warneckea parvifolia found?
It is found in the tropical rainforests of South America
Species in the Warneckea genus
Warneckea sousae, Warneckea melindensis, Warneckea hedbergiorum, Warneckea austro-occidentalis, Warneckea mangrovensis, Warneckea bebaiensis, Warneckea cauliflora, Warneckea cinnamomoides, Warneckea fascicularis, Warneckea floribunda, Warneckea jasminoides, Warneckea lecomteana, Warneckea macrantha, Warneckea membranifolia, Warneckea pulcherrima, Warneckea reygaertii, Warneckea sapinii, Warneckea wildeana, Warneckea yangambensis, Warneckea memecyloides, Warneckea madagascariensis, Warneckea acutifolia, Warneckea amaniensis, Warneckea anomala, Warneckea bequaertii, Warneckea congolensis, Warneckea erubescens, Warneckea fosteri, Warneckea gilletii, Warneckea golaensis, Warneckea peculiaris, Warneckea schliebenii, Warneckea sessilicarpa, Warneckea guineensis, Warneckea superba, Warneckea trinervis, Warneckea walikalensis, Warneckea urschii, Warneckea sansibarica, Warneckea bullata, Warneckea atrovirens, Warneckea pulviniflora, Warneckea masoalae, Warneckea microphylla, Warneckea mouririfolia, Warneckea cordiformis, Warneckea parvifolia, Warneckea albiflora, Warneckea ngutiensis,
Species in the Melastomataceae family
Acanthella sprucei, Acanthella pulchra, Acanthella conferta, Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria, Acisanthera pulchella, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera boliviensis, Acisanthera variabilis, Acisanthera uniflora, Acisanthera alsinaefolia, Acisanthera paraguayensis, Acisanthera alata, Acisanthera hedyotoidea, Acisanthera glazioviana, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera ayangannae, Acisanthera divaricata, Adelobotrys ciliatus, Adelobotrys atlanticus, Adelobotrys adscendens, Adelobotrys barbatus, Adelobotrys ciliata, Adelobotrys macrophylla, Adelobotrys praetexta, Adelobotrys tessmannii, Adelobotrys boissieriana, Adelobotrys fuscescens, Adelobotrys macrantha, Adelobotrys rotundifolius, Adelobotrys subsessilis, Adelobotrys jefensis, Adelobotrys linearifolia, Adelobotrys ayangannensis, Adelobotrys scandens,
References
Robert Douglas Stone (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.D.Stone' in the authors string.
N.A. Ntetha: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ntetha' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77134215-1: Based on the initial data import