Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
crinoideum
ID:
1260265

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mathias & Constance) Mathias & Constance

Source:
tro

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 19: 223 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001259603



Common Names

  • Crinoideum Perissocoeleum
  • Perissocoeleum Crinoideum
  • Crinoideum


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Description

Perissocoeleum crinoideum (also called Crinoid Perissocoeleum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub, typically reaching heights of 1-3 m. It is native to South America, and is found in tropical moist forests and tropical wet forests.

Uses & Benefits

Perissocoeleum crinoideum is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Perissocoeleum crinoideum is a white, tubular flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is an oval-shaped capsule with a single seed inside. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Perissocoeleum crinoideum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and should be placed in a well-drained, sandy soil. Both methods will require regular watering and fertilizing.

Where to Find Perissocoeleum crinoideum

Perissocoeleum crinoideum can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Perissocoeleum crinoideum FAQ

What are the common names of Perissocoeleum crinoideum?

Common names of Perissocoeleum crinoideum include Crinoid Perissocoeleum and Crinoid Balsam.

What is the native range of Perissocoeleum crinoideum?

Perissocoeleum crinoideum is native to Central America.

What is the habitat of Perissocoeleum crinoideum?

Perissocoeleum crinoideum typically grows in wet, tropical forests.

Species in the Apiaceae family

Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50192526: Based on the initial data import
Mildred Esther Mathias (1906-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mathias' in the authors string.
Lincoln Constance (1909-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Constance' in the authors string.