Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
peltatus
ID:
436224

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ding Hou

Source:
ksu

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Blumea 12: 38 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000435556



Common Names

  • Siphonodon peltatus
  • Peltate Siphonodon
  • Peltate Siphonodon Moss


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Description

Siphonodon peltatus (also called Peltate Siphonodon, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It has a woody stem and white flowers. It is found in dry grasslands, scrublands and rocky outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Siphonodon peltatus is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant. Its leaves and bark are used to treat fever, headaches, and digestive problems. It is also used as a food source, as its fruits are edible. Additionally, it has antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial properties, which makes it useful in treating skin conditions and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Siphonodon peltatus is yellow and has five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Siphonodon peltatus can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in moist soil in the spring and kept moist until germination. Stem cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems in the spring and planted in moist soil. The plants should be kept in a sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Siphonodon peltatus

Siphonodon peltatus is native to Mexico and Guatemala.

Siphonodon peltatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Siphonodon peltatus?

Siphonodon peltatus

What is the common name of Siphonodon peltatus?

Shield-shaped Siphonodon

What is the natural habitat of Siphonodon peltatus?

Dry grasslands, scrub and open woodlands

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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