Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
arborea
ID:
289381

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Merr.) Airy Shaw

Source:
wcs

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 14: 369 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000288713



Common Names

  • Arborea Ptychopyxis
  • Ptychopyxis arborea
  • Ptychopyxis Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Mallotus arboreus Merr. [unknown]

Description

Ptychopyxis arborea (also called Tree Ptychopyxis, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with white or pink flowers. It is native to eastern Asia and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Ptychopyxis arborea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used as fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ptychopyxis arborea are white, with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two or three leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ptychopyxis arborea can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The clumps should be divided into several smaller clumps and replanted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Ptychopyxis arborea

Ptychopyxis arborea can be found in Central and South America.

Ptychopyxis arborea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ptychopyxis arborea?

Ptychopyxis arborea

What type of plant is Ptychopyxis arborea?

Ptychopyxis arborea is a shrub

Where is Ptychopyxis arborea found?

Ptychopyxis arborea is found in tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-170773: Based on the initial data import
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Herbert Kenneth Airy Shaw (1902-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Airy Shaw' in the authors string.