Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
pachyphyllus
ID:
227929

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill. 9: 202 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000227259



Common Names

  • Leucocroton pachyphyllus
  • Pachyphyllus Leucocroton
  • Thick-leaved Leucocroton


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Description

Leucocroton pachyphyllus (also called Pachyphyllous Croton, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the Caribbean and Central America. It grows up to 10 m tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 30 cm. Its leaves are pachyphyllous, up to 15 cm long, and its flowers are yellow-green. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Leucocroton pachyphyllus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant in some parts of South America.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leucocroton pachyphyllus has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leucocroton pachyphyllus is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained potting mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Leucocroton pachyphyllus

Leucocroton pachyphyllus is native to Costa Rica and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the country.

Leucocroton pachyphyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leucocroton pachyphyllus?

Leucocroton pachyphyllus

What are the common names of Leucocroton pachyphyllus?

Thick-Leaved Leucocroton

What is the natural habitat of Leucocroton pachyphyllus?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, swamps, and marshes

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,

References