Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
glaberrimum
ID:
395712

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hochr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
Annuaire Conserv. Jard. Bot. Genève 21: 63 (1919)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000395044



Common Names

  • Glaberrimum Psorospermum
  • Glaberrimum Velvet Plant
  • Glaberrimum Velvet Bush


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Synonyms

  • Psorospermum umbellulatum Hutch. & Dalziel [unknown]
  • Psorospermum tenuifolium laxiflorum Engl. [unknown]
  • Psorospermum laxiflorum (Engl.) Engl. [unknown]

Description

Psorospermum glaberrimum (also called Smooth Snowbell, among many other common names) is a perennial climber native to tropical Africa. It has glossy green leaves and white flowers. It grows in moist, shady forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Psorospermum glaberrimum 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psorospermum glaberrimum 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psorospermum glaberrimum is a tropical plant native to the African continent. It is a perennial herb that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Psorospermum glaberrimum

Psorospermum glaberrimum is found in India and Sri Lanka.

Psorospermum glaberrimum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psorospermum glaberrimum?

Psorospermum glaberrimum

What family does Psorospermum glaberrimum belong to?

Euphorbiaceae

Where is Psorospermum glaberrimum 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,