Pristimera biholongii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
biholongii
ID:
395458
Status:
valid
Authors:
N.Hallé
Source:
ksu
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Fl. Gabon 29: 206 (1986)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000394790
Common Names
- Pristimera biholongii
- Pristimera
- Biholongii
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pristimera biholongii (also called Biholong's pristimera, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions. It has a rounded crown and can reach up to 1 meter in height. Its leaves are alternate, simple, and ovate-lanceolate in shape. It prefers moist, shady habitats, such as forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Pristimera biholongii is a plant native to tropical regions of South America. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pristimera biholongii has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black, and glossy. The seedlings have two opposite, oval-shaped cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pristimera biholongii is a tropical shrub that can be grown in a variety of climates. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a warm, moist soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix.
Where to Find Pristimera biholongii
Pristimera biholongii is native to South America and can be found in Bolivia, Colombia, and Peru.
Pristimera biholongii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pristimera biholongii?
Pristimera biholongii
What type of plant is Pristimera biholongii?
It is a species of shrub
Where is Pristimera biholongii found?
It is found in Mexico and Central America
Species in the Pristimera genus
Pristimera andongensis, Pristimera glaga, Pristimera breteleri, Pristimera biholongii, Pristimera luteoviridis, Pristimera plumbea, Pristimera paniculata, Pristimera mouilensis, Pristimera verrucosa, Pristimera tenuiflora, Pristimera nervosa, Pristimera celastroides, Pristimera klaineana, Pristimera scheffleri, Pristimera staudtii, Pristimera tisserantii, Pristimera peglerae, Pristimera dewildemaniana, Pristimera brianii, Pristimera goetzei, Pristimera arnottiana, Pristimera delagoensis, Pristimera fimbriata, Pristimera unguiculata, Pristimera atractaspis, Pristimera austin-smithii, Pristimera tetramera, Pristimera tulasnei, Pristimera bojeri, Pristimera malifolia, Pristimera holdeniana, Pristimera polyantha, Pristimera longipetiolata, Pristimera dariense, Pristimera coriacea, Pristimera caudata, Pristimera sclerophylla,
Species in the Celastraceae family
Acanthothamnus aphyllus, Allocassine laurifolia, Anthodon decussatus, Anthodon panamense, Apatophyllum constablei, Apatophyllum flavovirens, Apatophyllum macgillivrayi, Apatophyllum olsenii, Apatophyllum teretifolium, Apodostigma pallens, Arnicratea cambodiana, Arnicratea ferruginea, Bequaertia mucronata, Brassiantha pentamera, Brassiantha hedraiantheroides, Brexia alaticarpa, Brexia australis, Brexia madagascariensis, Brexia marioniae, Brexiella cymosa, Brexiella ilicifolia, Campylostemon angolense, Campylostemon bequaertii, Campylostemon danckelmannianus, Campylostemon laurentii, Campylostemon lindequistianus, Campylostemon mitophorus, Campylostemon warneckeanum, Canotia holacantha, Canotia wendtii, Cassine albens, Cassine balae, Cassine burkeana, Cassine congylos, Cassine grossa, Cassine kedarnathii, Cassine koordersii, Cassine megaphylla, Cassine micrantha, Cassine obiensis, Cassine parvifolia, Cassine peragua, Cassine kamurensis, Catha edulis, Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris,
References
Nicolas Hallé (1927-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Hallé' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:931412-1: Based on the initial data import