Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Species:
drummondii
ID:
397575

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) O.E.Schulz

Source:
cmp

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 66: 93 (1933)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000396907

Common Names

  • Phlegmatospermum Drummondii
  • Drummond's Phlegmatospermum
  • Drummond's False-heath

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Description

Phlegmatospermum drummondii (also called 'Drummond's Phlegmatospermum', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It has an upright habit and grows up to 1 m tall. It has small, white flowers with yellow centres and narrow, linear leaves. It is found in moist, shady habitats such as rainforests, woodlands and along stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Phlegmatospermum drummondii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, diabetes, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phlegmatospermum drummondii is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phlegmatospermum drummondii can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant can be grown in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Phlegmatospermum drummondii

Phlegmatospermum drummondii can be found in China, Japan, Korea, and Taiwan.

Phlegmatospermum drummondii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phlegmatospermum drummondii?

Phlegmatospermum drummondii

What is the natural habitat of Phlegmatospermum drummondii?

Tropical and subtropical forests of Central and South America

What are the common uses of Phlegmatospermum drummondii?

Medicinal, ornamental, and timber

Species in the Brassicaceae family

Abdra brachycarpa, Abdra aprica, Acuston perenne, Aethionema rhodopaeum, Aethionema alanyae, Aethionema arabicum, Aethionema armenum, Aethionema capitatum, Aethionema carlsbergii, Aethionema carneum, Aethionema cephalanthum, Aethionema cordatum, Aethionema coridifolium, Aethionema demirizii, Aethionema diastrophis, Aethionema dumanii, Aethionema edentulum, Aethionema eunomioides, Aethionema fimbriatum, Aethionema froedinii, Aethionema gileadense, Aethionema glaucinum, Aethionema grandiflorum, Aethionema heterocarpum, Aethionema heterophyllum, Aethionema huber-morathii, Aethionema karamanicum, Aethionema lepidioides, Aethionema levandowskyi, Aethionema lycium, Aethionema marashicum, Aethionema membranaceum, Aethionema munzurense, Aethionema orbiculatum, Aethionema papillosum, Aethionema retsina, Aethionema saxatile, Aethionema schistosum, Aethionema semnanensis, Aethionema speciosum, Aethionema spicatum, Aethionema stylosum, Aethionema subulatum, Aethionema syriacum, Aethionema thesiifolium, Aethionema thomasianum, Aethionema transhyrcanum, Aethionema turcicum, Aethionema umbellatum, Aethionema virgatum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2411745: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Otto Eugen Schulz (1874-1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.E.Schulz' in the authors string.