Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Species:
pisocarpus
ID:
669183

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.E.Fr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Acta Horti Berg. 13: 108 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000668515



Common Names

  • Pisocarp Ephedranthus
  • Pisocarp False Heather
  • Pisocarp Heather


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Description

Ephedranthus pisocarpus (also called Pisocarpus Ephedranthus, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South America. It has small, white flowers and narrow, pointed leaves. It is found in heathlands, woodlands, and wet forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ephedranthus pisocarpus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract butterflies and hummingbirds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ephedranthus pisocarpus is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ephedranthus pisocarpus is a hardy shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils, from sandy to clay, and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done from seed or division. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Ephedranthus pisocarpus

Ephedranthus pisocarpus can be found in South America, particularly in Brazil.

Ephedranthus pisocarpus FAQ

What is the common name of Ephedranthus pisocarpus?

Piso-fruited ephedranthus

What are the flower colors of Ephedranthus pisocarpus?

White

What is the natural habitat of Ephedranthus pisocarpus?

Grasslands and scrub

Species in the Annonaceae family

Afroguatteria bequaertii, Afroguatteria globosa, Afroguatteria discostigma, Alphonsea boniana, Alphonsea curtisii, Alphonsea cylindrica, Alphonsea elliptica, Alphonsea gaudichaudiana, Alphonsea hainanensis, Alphonsea havilandii, Alphonsea hortensis, Alphonsea javanica, Alphonsea johorensis, Alphonsea keithii, Alphonsea kinabaluensis, Alphonsea kingii, Alphonsea lucida, Alphonsea lutea, Alphonsea maingayi, Alphonsea malayana, Alphonsea mollis, Alphonsea monogyna, Alphonsea orthopetala, Alphonsea ovata, Alphonsea papuasica, Alphonsea philastreana, Alphonsea siamensis, Alphonsea sonlaensis, Alphonsea stenogyna, Alphonsea tonquinensis, Alphonsea tsangyanensis, Alphonsea ventricosa, Alphonsea zeylanica, Alphonsea borneensis, Alphonsea rugosa, Alphonsea glandulosa, Alphonsea pallida, Alphonsea annulata, Alphonsea isthmicola, Alphonsea longicarpa, Alphonsea phuwuaensis, Ambavia capuronii, Ambavia gerrardii, Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes,

References

Robert Elias Fries (1876-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.E.Fr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:91153-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.