Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
torrei
ID:
1412695

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mendes) Byng & Christenh.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 0.254861111. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001425160





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Description

Psorospermum torrei (also called Torre's Leaf Flower, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Phyllanthaceae family. It is native to tropical Asia, from India to the Philippines. It is found in open, disturbed habitats, such as roadsides and abandoned fields.

Uses & Benefits

Psorospermum torrei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psorospermum torrei is white and has a yellow center. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psorospermum torrei is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil and should be watered regularly. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Psorospermum torrei

Psorospermum torrei is found in tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia and south to Angola and Mozambique.

Psorospermum torrei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psorospermum torrei?

Psorospermum torrei

What is the common name of Psorospermum torrei?

Torrei Psorospermum

What are the uses of Psorospermum torrei?

Psorospermum torrei is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

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,

References

Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.
Eduardo José Santos Moreira Mendes (b.1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mendes' in the authors string.
James W. Byng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Byng' in the authors string.