Pseudephedranthus enigmaticus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
enigmaticus
ID:
1512380
Status:
valid
Authors:
Maas & Westra
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 86: 87 (2017)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000001704
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pseudephedranthus enigmaticus (also called 'Enigmatic Pseudephedranthus', among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8 meters in height. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Pseudephedranthus enigmaticus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make jams, jellies, and preserves.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pseudephedranthus enigmaticus has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves and white flowers.
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Pseudephedranthus enigmaticus is a shrub that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, it is best to sow the seeds in a moist, well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist until germination occurs. When propagating from cuttings, take a cutting from a mature plant and place it in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist until the cutting has rooted.
Where to Find Pseudephedranthus enigmaticus
Pseudephedranthus enigmaticus is native to South Africa and can be found in the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal provinces.
Pseudephedranthus enigmaticus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pseudephedranthus enigmaticus?
Pseudephedranthus enigmaticus
What is the natural habitat of Pseudephedranthus enigmaticus?
It is found in wet forests in Colombia and Venezuela.
What is the flowering season of Pseudephedranthus enigmaticus?
It flowers from April to June.
Species in the Pseudephedranthus genus
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
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77165709-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.