Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
parviflorum
ID:
395800

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engl.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 55: 384 (1919)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000395132



Common Names

  • Psorospermum parviflorum
  • Psorospermum
  • Parviflorum


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Description

Psorospermum parviflorum (also called small-flowered psorospermum, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Central and South America, ranging from Mexico to Argentina. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests, and is often found near streams. It has small, white flowers and long, narrow leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Psorospermum parviflorum is used as a medicinal plant, for its anti-inflammatory properties, and as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Psorospermum parviflorum has white flowers with a yellow center, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are slender with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psorospermum parviflorum is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It is best grown in well-drained, moist, fertile soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -5°C (23°F). Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain a compact shape.

Where to Find Psorospermum parviflorum

Psorospermum parviflorum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Psorospermum parviflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psorospermum parviflorum?

Psorospermum parviflorum

What is the common name of Psorospermum parviflorum?

False Mistletoe

What is the native range of Psorospermum parviflorum?

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,