Status:
valid
Authors:
Kunth
Source:
wcs
Year:
1818
Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 2: 282 (1818)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000267910
Common Names
- Petrea Rugosa
- Rugose Petrea
- Rugose Wreath
Synonyms
- Petrea rugosa rugosa [unknown]
Description
Petrea rugosa (also called Rugose 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 rugosa 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 rugosa are small and white. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and fragile.
Cultivation and Propagation
Petrea rugosa is an evergreen, woody climber. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a potting mix. Once established, Petrea rugosa can be grown in full sun or partial shade.
Where to Find Petrea rugosa
Petrea rugosa 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 rugosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Petrea rugosa?
Petrea rugosa
What is the common name of Petrea rugosa?
Rugose Petrea
What is the natural habitat of Petrea rugosa?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
Species in the Petrea genus
Petrea blanchetiana,
Petrea bracteata,
Petrea brevicalyx,
Petrea campinae,
Petrea guianensis,
Petrea insignis,
Petrea macrostachya,
Petrea maynensis,
Petrea pubescens,
Petrea rugosa,
Petrea sulphurea,
Petrea volubilis,
Petrea asperifolia,
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
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:300390-2: 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].