Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Commelinales
Species:
pilosissima
ID:
491431

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 6: 425 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000490763



Common Names

  • Phlebocarya pilosissima
  • Pilosissima Phlebocarya
  • Phlebocarya Pilosissima


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Synonyms

  • Phlebocarya ciliata pilosissima F.Muell. [unknown]

Description

Phlebocarya pilosissima (also called Hairy Phlebocarya, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to Mexico and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Phlebocarya pilosissima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Phlebocarya pilosissima sub. pilosissima

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Phlebocarya pilosissima are small and white. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like structure.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phlebocarya pilosissima can be propagated through division of the rhizome. It should be grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Phlebocarya pilosissima

Phlebocarya pilosissima is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina. It can be found in moist forests, at elevations up to 1,500 m.

Phlebocarya pilosissima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phlebocarya pilosissima?

Phlebocarya pilosissima

What type of plant is Phlebocarya pilosissima?

Herbaceous perennial

What is the natural habitat of Phlebocarya pilosissima?

Tropical and subtropical regions

Species in the Haemodoraceae family

Anigozanthos bicolor, Anigozanthos flavidus, Anigozanthos gabrielae, Anigozanthos humilis, Anigozanthos kalbarriensis, Anigozanthos manglesii, Anigozanthos onycis, Anigozanthos preissii, Anigozanthos pulcherrimus, Anigozanthos rufus, Anigozanthos viridis, Barberetta aurea, Blancoa canescens, Conostylis aculeata, Conostylis albescens, Conostylis androstemma, Conostylis angustifolia, Conostylis argentea, Conostylis aurea, Conostylis bealiana, Conostylis bracteata, Conostylis breviscapa, Conostylis candicans, Conostylis canteriata, Conostylis caricina, Conostylis crassinerva, Conostylis deplexa, Conostylis dielsii, Conostylis drummondii, Conostylis festucacea, Conostylis hiemalis, Conostylis juncea, Conostylis latens, Conostylis laxiflora, Conostylis lepidospermoides, Conostylis micrantha, Conostylis misera, Conostylis neocymosa, Conostylis pauciflora, Conostylis petrophiloides, Conostylis phathyrantha, Conostylis prolifera, Conostylis pusilla, Conostylis resinosa, Conostylis robusta, Conostylis rogeri, Conostylis scorsiflora, Conostylis seminuda, Conostylis serrulata, Conostylis setigera,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-257784: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.