Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
pentagyna
ID:
1296865

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Spreng.) Ewan

Source:
tro

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 35: 352 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001296203



Common Names

  • Vismia pentagyna
  • Five-Stamened Vismia
  • Pentagyna Vismia


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Description

Vismia pentagyna (also called five-stamened vismia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the Clusiaceae family. It is native to Colombia. It typically grows in tropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Vismia pentagyna is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat wounds and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vismia pentagyna is yellow in color and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings have a single stem with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vismia pentagyna is a small evergreen shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It can reach heights of up to 6 feet and prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, but cuttings can also be used. The seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-mature wood and planted in a well-drained medium.

Where to Find Vismia pentagyna

Vismia pentagyna is native to Brazil.

Vismia pentagyna FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vismia pentagyna?

Vismia pentagyna

What is the family of Vismia pentagyna?

Clusiaceae

Where is Vismia pentagyna found?

Colombia

Species in the Vismia genus

Vismia sessilifolia, Vismia lindeniana, Vismia lauriformis, Vismia laxiflora, Vismia macrophylla, Vismia magnoliifolia, Vismia sprucei, Vismia japurensis, Vismia laevis, Vismia guianensis, Vismia baccifera, Vismia billbergiana, Vismia ferruginea, Vismia tenuinervia, Vismia sandwithii, Vismia steyermarkii, Vismia camparaguey, Vismia cayennensis, Vismia sessilifolia, Vismia bemerguii, Vismia micrantha, Vismia cavalcantii, Vismia cavanillesiana, Vismia confertiflora, Vismia cuatrecasasii, Vismia glabra, Vismia gracilis, Vismia martiana, Vismia minutiflora, Vismia obtusa, Vismia parviflora, Vismia plicatifolia, Vismia pozuzoensis, Vismia ramuliflora, Vismia rufa, Vismia tomentosa, Vismia jefensis, Vismia latisepala, Vismia floribunda, Vismia rusbyi, Vismia lateriflora, Vismia mandurr, Vismia brasiliensis, Vismia cauliflora, Vismia crassa, Vismia pentagyna, Vismia latifolia, Vismia conduplicata, Vismia atlantica, Vismia cavalcantei,

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

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-7801569: Based on the initial data import
Kurt Polycarp Joachim Sprengel (1766-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spreng.' in the authors string.
Joseph Andorfer Ewan (1909-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ewan' in the authors string.