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
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.
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,