Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
psilocladus
ID:
297455

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 6: 71 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000296787



Common Names

  • Ricinocarpos psilocladus
  • Bare-branched Ricinocarpos
  • Bare-branched Ricinocarpos-bush


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Synonyms

  • Bertya gummifera psiloclada Mull.Arg. [unknown]
  • Bertya psiloclada B.D.Jacks. [unknown]
  • Roeperia psiloclada Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Ricinocarpos psilocladus (also called Psilocladus Ricinocarpos, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, up to 8 m tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 25 cm. It is native to Central and South America, and grows in tropical and subtropical moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ricinocarpos psilocladus is used for its ornamental value in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ricinocarpos psilocladus has small, white, star-shaped flowers that are borne in clusters at the end of the stems. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ricinocarpos psilocladus is a small, perennial herb that grows in moist, sandy soils. It can be propagated by seed or division. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil and keep moist. When propagating by division, divide the plant in early spring or late summer and replant in a well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize every few weeks.

Where to Find Ricinocarpos psilocladus

Ricinocarpos psilocladus can be found in Central and South America.

Ricinocarpos psilocladus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ricinocarpos psilocladus?

Ricinocarpos psilocladus

What is the common name of Ricinocarpos psilocladus?

Smooth-fruited Ricinocarpos

What is the natural habitat of Ricinocarpos psilocladus?

Ricinocarpos psilocladus is found in wet forests and swamps in the southeastern United States.

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

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References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-178594: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.