Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
bahiensis
ID:
283973

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schauer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 11: 533 (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000283305

Common Names

  • Priva bahiensis
  • Bahiensis Priva
  • Bahia Priva

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Description

Priva bahiensis (also called Bahian Priva, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to the African continent. It has oval-shaped, glossy green leaves and produces small, white, star-shaped flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Priva bahiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, and is also used as a groundcover in areas with dry, sandy soils. It has a number of medicinal uses, including as an antiseptic, diuretic, and to treat skin infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Priva bahiensis is a yellow-green color with a white center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Priva bahiensis can be propagated by seed or by division of the suckers. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division of the suckers should be done in spring or early summer. The suckers should be planted in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Priva bahiensis

Priva bahiensis can be found in Brazil

Priva bahiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Priva bahiensis?

Priva bahiensis

What is the common name of Priva bahiensis?

Bahian Priva

What is the natural habitat of Priva bahiensis?

Tropical forests of Brazil

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

Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:864495-1: 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].