Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
rostratus
ID:
1293294

Status:
valid

Authors:
Walp.

Source:
tro

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Repert. Bot. Syst. 1: 535 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001292632



Common Names

  • Beaked Pterocelastrus
  • Pterocelastrus rostratus
  • Beaked Pterocelastrus Plant


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Description

Pterocelastrus rostratus (also called hooked pterocelastrus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub, growing up to 2 m tall. It is native to the eastern United States and Canada, where it grows in rocky, open woods and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Pterocelastrus rostratus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal medicines for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pterocelastrus rostratus has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterocelastrus rostratus is a small evergreen tree native to Africa. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. When propagating by seed, it is best to sow the seeds in a well-draining potting soil mix and keep the soil moist. When propagating by cuttings, it is best to take semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer or early fall and root them in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Pterocelastrus rostratus

Pterocelastrus rostratus is native to South Africa and can be found in the provinces of Limpopo, Mpumalanga, and KwaZulu-Natal.

Pterocelastrus rostratus FAQ

What is the growth rate of Pterocelastrus rostratus?

Pterocelastrus rostratus is a slow-growing plant.

What is the soil type of Pterocelastrus rostratus?

Pterocelastrus rostratus prefers sandy, well-drained soils.

What is the light requirement of Pterocelastrus rostratus?

Pterocelastrus rostratus prefers full sun to partial shade.

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,

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