Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
plumbea
ID:
395510

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Blakelock & R.Wilczek) N.Hallé

Source:
cmp

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia 3: 9 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000394842

Common Names

  • Plumbea yam
  • Plumbea wild yam
  • Wild yam

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Synonyms

  • Simirestis plumbea (Blakelock & R.Wilczek) N.Hallé ex R.Wilczek [unknown]
  • Hippocratea plumbea Blakelock & R.Wilczek [unknown]

Description

Pristimera plumbea (also called the plumbea yam, among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial vine that is native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It is found in tropical forests and other moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pristimera plumbea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a source of food, medicine, and timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pristimera plumbea has small, white flowers that are clustered in umbels. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pristimera plumbea is a small, evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It grows up to 1 meter in height and prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny spot. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Pristimera plumbea

Pristimera plumbea can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Pristimera plumbea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pristimera plumbea?

Pristimera plumbea

What is the common name of Pristimera plumbea?

Lead-colored Pristimera

What is the natural habitat of Pristimera plumbea?

Tropical rainforests of India and Sri Lanka

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2408546: Based on the initial data import
Ralph Anthony Blakelock (1915-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blakelock' in the authors string.
Rudolf Wilczek (1903-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Wilczek' in the authors string.
Nicolas Hallé (1927-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Hallé' in the authors string.