Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Perrier
Source:
tro
Year:
1949
Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 13: 287 (1949)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001295848
Common Names
- Psorospermum atrorufum
- Dark-Red Psorospermum
- Dark-Red False-Mistletoe
Description
Psorospermum atrorufum (also called Atrorufous Psorospermum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2m tall. It has white flowers and is native to South Africa, where it is found in grassland and forest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Psorospermum atrorufum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of wood for furniture and construction. It has also been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Psorospermum atrorufum has white flowers with five petals and numerous stamens. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings have a single pair of opposite leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Psorospermum atrorufum is a small, evergreen shrub that grows in a variety of habitats. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Psorospermum atrorufum
Psorospermum atrorufum can be found in Central and South America. It is typically found in moist, shady places such as forest floors and riverbanks.
Psorospermum atrorufum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Psorospermum atrorufum?
Psorospermum atrorufum
What is the common name of Psorospermum atrorufum?
Unknown
What is the family of Psorospermum atrorufum?
Sapindaceae
Species in the Psorospermum genus
Psorospermum densipunctatum,
Psorospermum corymbiferum,
Psorospermum chevalieri,
Psorospermum glaucum,
Psorospermum baumii,
Psorospermum aurantiacum,
Psorospermum adamauense,
Psorospermum mechowii,
Psorospermum glaberrimum,
Psorospermum lanatum,
Psorospermum suffruticosum,
Psorospermum staudtii,
Psorospermum parviflorum,
Psorospermum alternifolium,
Psorospermum febrifugum,
Psorospermum membranaceum,
Psorospermum tenuifolium,
Psorospermum senegalense,
Psorospermum guineense,
Psorospermum lamianum,
Psorospermum rubrifolium,
Psorospermum nanum,
Psorospermum humile,
Psorospermum sambiranense,
Psorospermum chionanthifolium,
Psorospermum crenatum,
Psorospermum nervosum,
Psorospermum revolutum,
Psorospermum trichophyllum,
Psorospermum ferrovestitum,
Psorospermum lanceolatum,
Psorospermum fanerana,
Psorospermum versicolor,
Psorospermum stenophyllum,
Psorospermum rienanense,
Psorospermum molluscum,
Psorospermum cornifolium,
Psorospermum brachypodum,
Psorospermum sexlineatum,
Psorospermum atrorufum,
Psorospermum bullatum,
Psorospermum cerasifolium,
Psorospermum malifolium,
Psorospermum androsaemifolium,
Psorospermum membranifolium,
Psorospermum orientale,
Psorospermum affine,
Psorospermum laurentii,
Psorospermum torrei,
Psorospermum periclitatum,
Species in the Hypericaceae family
Cratoxylum arborescens,
Cratoxylum cochinchinense,
Cratoxylum formosum,
Cratoxylum glaucum,
Cratoxylum maingayi,
Cratoxylum sumatranum,
Eliea articulata,
Harungana madagascariensis,
Harungana montana,
Harungana montana,
Harungana rubescens,
Hypericum abilianum,
Hypericum aciferum,
Hypericum acmosepalum,
Hypericum acostanum,
Hypericum addingtonii,
Hypericum adenotrichum,
Hypericum adpressum,
Hypericum aegypticum,
Hypericum aethiopicum,
Hypericum afrum,
Hypericum amblyocalyx,
Hypericum amblysepalum,
Hypericum andjerinum,
Hypericum androsaemum,
Hypericum annulatum,
Hypericum apiculatum,
Hypericum apricum,
Hypericum armenum,
Hypericum asahinae,
Hypericum ascyron,
Hypericum asperuloides,
Hypericum asperulum,
Hypericum assamicum,
Hypericum athoum,
Hypericum atomarium,
Hypericum attenuatum,
Hypericum aucheri,
Hypericum augustinii,
Hypericum australe,
Hypericum aviculariifolium,
Hypericum baccharoides,
Hypericum balearicum,
Hypericum balfourii,
Hypericum barbatum,
Hypericum beanii,
Hypericum beccarii,
Hypericum bellum,
Hypericum benghalense,
Hypericum bequaertii,