Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
pooleae
ID:
327802

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lundell

Source:
wcs

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 57: 367 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000327134



Common Names

  • Bernardia pooleae
  • Pooleae
  • Bernardia


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Description

Bernardia pooleae (also called Poole's Bernardia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Central and South America. It grows in dry forests, savannas and disturbed areas. It has a smooth bark and its leaves are alternate, elliptic-ovate, and entire. Its flowers are small and yellow.

Uses & Benefits

Bernardia pooleae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bernardia pooleae is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bernardia pooleae can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Bernardia pooleae

Bernardia pooleae is native to Central and South America. It is found in moist forests, swamps, and disturbed areas.

Bernardia pooleae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bernardia pooleae?

Bernardia pooleae

What is the common name of Bernardia pooleae?

Poole's Bernardia

What is the natural habitat of Bernardia pooleae?

Dry forests and scrublands

Species in the Bernardia genus

Bernardia alarici, Bernardia albida, Bernardia amazonica, Bernardia argentinensis, Bernardia asplundii, Bernardia axillaris, Bernardia brevipes, Bernardia caperoniifolia, Bernardia carpinifolia, Bernardia celastrinea, Bernardia chiapensis, Bernardia colombiana, Bernardia confertifolia, Bernardia corensis, Bernardia crassifolia, Bernardia dichotoma, Bernardia dodecandra, Bernardia flexuosa, Bernardia fruticulosa, Bernardia gambosa, Bernardia gardneri, Bernardia geniculata, Bernardia gentryana, Bernardia hagelundii, Bernardia hassleriana, Bernardia heteropilosa, Bernardia hirsutissima, Bernardia incana, Bernardia jacquiniana, Bernardia kochii, Bernardia lagunensis, Bernardia lanceifolia, Bernardia laurentii, Bernardia leptostachys, Bernardia longipedunculata, Bernardia macrophylla, Bernardia mayana, Bernardia mazatlana, Bernardia mexicana, Bernardia micrantha, Bernardia mollis, Bernardia multicaulis, Bernardia myricifolia, Bernardia nicaraguensis, Bernardia oblanceolata, Bernardia obovata, Bernardia odonellii, Bernardia ovalifolia, Bernardia ovata, Bernardia paraguariensis,

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

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