Polypsecadium arnottianum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arnottianum
ID:
1280069
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Gillies ex Hook. & Arn.) Al-Shehbaz
Source:
tro
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Darwiniana 44: 354 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001279407
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Polypsecadium arnottianum (also called 'Arnottianum Polypsecadium', among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It grows to a height of up to 3 feet and has small, white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and is often used as an ornamental plant.
Uses & Benefits
Polypsecadium arnottianum has been used as a traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Polypsecadium arnottianum is a white or pinkish-white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed of the plant is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings of Polypsecadium arnottianum are small, dark green, and have a single, long stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Polypsecadium arnottianum can be propagated by seed, division or cuttings. It should be grown in moist, well-drained soil in a sheltered, partially shaded position. It is tolerant of light frosts and can be grown in a wide range of climates.
Where to Find Polypsecadium arnottianum
Polypsecadium arnottianum is found in the Andes of Peru and Bolivia.
Polypsecadium arnottianum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Polypsecadium arnottianum?
Polypsecadium arnottianum
What type of plant is Polypsecadium arnottianum?
Evergreen shrub
Where is Polypsecadium arnottianum native to?
Central and South America
Species in the Polypsecadium genus
Polypsecadium litorale, Polypsecadium grandiflorum, Polypsecadium harmsianum, Polypsecadium adscendens, Polypsecadium arnottianum, Polypsecadium brasiliense, Polypsecadium effusum, Polypsecadium gilliesii, Polypsecadium llatasii, Polypsecadium magellanicum, Polypsecadium rusbyi, Polypsecadium solidagineum, Polypsecadium tucumanense, Polypsecadium zoellneri, Polypsecadium apolobamba,
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 tro-50303909: Based on the initial data import
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.
John Gillies (1792-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gillies' in the authors string.
Ihsan Ali Al-Shehbaz (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Al-Shehbaz' in the authors string.