Pycnocoma bampsiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bampsiana
ID:
289717
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.Léonard
Source:
wcs
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 65: 62 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000289049
Common Names
- Pycnocoma bampsiana
- Bamps' Pycnocoma
- Bamps' Pycnocoma
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pycnocoma bampsiana (also called Bamps' Pycnocoma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Madagascar and grows in tropical and subtropical forests. It is a small shrub with a single stem and small, ovate leaves. It has a green stem and green leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Pycnocoma bampsiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pycnocoma bampsiana is a white to pinkish-white, tubular flower with four petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid nutlet. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pycnocoma bampsiana is a shrub or small tree that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood or hardwood material and treated with a rooting hormone before being planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Pycnocoma bampsiana
Pycnocoma bampsiana can be found in the eastern United States, from New York to Florida and west to Texas and Oklahoma.
Pycnocoma bampsiana FAQ
What are the common names of Pycnocoma bampsiana?
Pycnocoma bampsiana is commonly known as the Bamps' pycnocoma.
What is the growth habit of Pycnocoma bampsiana?
Pycnocoma bampsiana is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m in height.
Where is Pycnocoma bampsiana native to?
Pycnocoma bampsiana is native to tropical Africa.
Species in the Pycnocoma genus
Pycnocoma angustifolia, Pycnocoma bampsiana, Pycnocoma chevalieri, Pycnocoma cornuta, Pycnocoma dentata, Pycnocoma devredii, Pycnocoma elua, Pycnocoma insularum, Pycnocoma littoralis, Pycnocoma louisii, Pycnocoma macrantha, Pycnocoma macrophylla, Pycnocoma minor, Pycnocoma reticulata, Pycnocoma reygaertii, Pycnocoma subflava, Pycnocoma thollonii, Pycnocoma thonneri,
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,