Petromarula pinnata - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pinnata
ID:
818646
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.DC.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1830
Citation Micro:
Monogr. Campan. : 139 (1830)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000817980
Common Names
- Pinnate Petromarula
- Pinnate-leaved Petromarula
- Pinnate-leaved Marula
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Petromarula pinnata (also called Pin-leaf Petromarula, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree or shrub native to the Mediterranean region and the Canary Islands. It has a dense, rounded crown and dark green, leathery leaves. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is tolerant of drought and salt spray.
Uses & Benefits
Petromarula pinnata is a medicinal plant that is used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, malaria, and other illnesses. It is also used as an ornamental plant, as its leaves are attractive and its flowers are fragrant. The wood of the tree is also used for making furniture and other wood products.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Petromarula pinnata is small and white, with four petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, lance-shaped leaf.
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Petromarula pinnata is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate dry conditions. Propagation is by semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer or by seed sown in spring.
Where to Find Petromarula pinnata
Petromarula pinnata is native to Central and South America and can be found in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Petromarula pinnata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Petromarula pinnata?
Petromarula pinnata
What is the common name of Petromarula pinnata?
Petromarula
What is the natural habitat of Petromarula pinnata?
Tropical rainforest
Species in the Petromarula genus
Species in the Campanulaceae family
Adenophora amurica, Adenophora brevidiscifera, Adenophora capillaris, Adenophora changaica, Adenophora coelestis, Adenophora contracta, Adenophora cordifolia, Adenophora divaricata, Adenophora elata, Adenophora fusifolia, Adenophora gmelinii, Adenophora golubinzevaeana, Adenophora grandiflora, Adenophora hatsushimae, Adenophora himalayana, Adenophora hubeiensis, Adenophora izuensis, Adenophora jacutica, Adenophora jasionifolia, Adenophora khasiana, Adenophora lamarkii, Adenophora liliifolia, Adenophora liliifolioides, Adenophora lobophylla, Adenophora longipedicellata, Adenophora maximowicziana, Adenophora micrantha, Adenophora morrisonensis, Adenophora nikoensis, Adenophora ningxianica, Adenophora palustris, Adenophora pereskiifolia, Adenophora petiolata, Adenophora pinifolia, Adenophora polyantha, Adenophora potaninii, Adenophora probatovae, Adenophora remotidens, Adenophora remotiflora, Adenophora rupestris, Adenophora rupincola, Adenophora sinensis, Adenophora stenanthina, Adenophora stenophylla, Adenophora stricta, Adenophora sublata, Adenophora takedai, Adenophora tashiroi, Adenophora taurica, Adenophora trachelioides,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-355805: Based on the initial data import
Alphonse Pyramus de Candolle (1806-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.DC.' in the authors string.