Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
corymbiferum
ID:
395689

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hochr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
Annuaire Conserv. Jard. Bot. Genève 21: 58 (1919)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000395021



Common Names

  • Corymbiferum Psorospermum
  • Corymbiferum Velvet Plant
  • Corymbiferum Velvet Bush


Searching for Psorospermum corymbiferum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Psorospermum corymbiferum (also called 'Corymb-bearing Psorospermum', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South America. It has oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as rainforests and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Psorospermum corymbiferum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin diseases, rheumatism, and fever.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Psorospermum corymbiferum var. doeringii (Engl.) Keay & Milne-Redh.
Psorospermum corymbiferum var. corymbiferum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psorospermum corymbiferum is a small yellow or white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, hard seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

Searching for Psorospermum corymbiferum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Psorospermum corymbiferum is a tropical plant that can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°C (32°F). Pruning is recommended to encourage bushier growth.

Where to Find Psorospermum corymbiferum

Psorospermum corymbiferum is found in India and Sri Lanka.

Psorospermum corymbiferum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psorospermum corymbiferum?

Psorospermum corymbiferum

What family does Psorospermum corymbiferum belong to?

Euphorbiaceae

Where is Psorospermum corymbiferum native to?

Africa

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,