Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
alsinifolia
ID:
473721

Status:
valid

Authors:
Delile

Source:
cmp

Year:
1813

Citation Micro:
Descr. Egypte, Hist. Nat. : 137, 281 (1813)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000473053

Common Names

  • Parietaria Alsinifolia
  • Pellitory-of-the-wall
  • Alsinifolia Pellitory

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Synonyms

  • Freirea alsinifolia Gaudich. [unknown]
  • Freirea alsinaefolia (Delile) Gaudich. [unknown]

Description

Parietaria alsinifolia (also called False Nettle, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant native to tropical regions of the world. It has long, thin, bright green leaves that grow in a rosette pattern. It is typically found in moist, well-drained soils and prefers partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Parietaria alsinifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to tolerate low light levels. It is also used to add texture and color to flower beds and borders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Parietaria alsinifolia has small, yellow flowers and small, round, brown seeds. The seedlings are small, round, and light green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Parietaria alsinifolia is a tropical perennial plant that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It prefers warm temperatures and bright, indirect light. It can be propagated by division or by stem cuttings. When propagating by stem cuttings, make sure to use a sterile, sharp knife or scissors and cut just below a node. Place the cutting in a pot with moist soil and keep the soil moist until the cutting has rooted. Once the cutting has rooted, water it regularly and fertilize it every two weeks.

Where to Find Parietaria alsinifolia

Parietaria alsinifolia is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Parietaria alsinifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Parietaria alsinifolia?

Parietaria alsinifolia

Where is Parietaria alsinifolia found?

Parietaria alsinifolia is found in Central and South America.

What type of plant is Parietaria alsinifolia?

Parietaria alsinifolia is a herbaceous perennial plant.

Species in the Urticaceae family

Archiboehmeria atrata, Astrothalamus reticulatus, Australina flaccida, Australina pusilla, Australina pusilla, Boehmeria aspera, Boehmeria balslevii, Boehmeria beyeri, Boehmeria brevirostris, Boehmeria bullata, Boehmeria burgeriana, Boehmeria caudata, Boehmeria celtidifolia, Boehmeria clidemioides, Boehmeria conica, Boehmeria cylindrica, Boehmeria densiflora, Boehmeria depauperata, Boehmeria didymogyne, Boehmeria dura, Boehmeria egregia, Boehmeria excelsa, Boehmeria grandis, Boehmeria hamiltoniana, Boehmeria helferi, Boehmeria heterophylla, Boehmeria holosericea, Boehmeria japonica, Boehmeria kiusiana, Boehmeria kurzii, Boehmeria lanceolata, Boehmeria martii, Boehmeria multiflora, Boehmeria nakashimae, Boehmeria nivea, Boehmeria ourantha, Boehmeria pavonii, Boehmeria penduliflora, Boehmeria pilosiuscula, Boehmeria platanifolia, Boehmeria polystachya, Boehmeria radiata, Boehmeria ramiflora, Boehmeria repens, Boehmeria rugosissima, Boehmeria siamensis, Boehmeria sieboldiana, Boehmeria spicigera, Boehmeria splitgerbera, Boehmeria ternifolia,

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