Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Icacinales
Species:
howardii
ID:
465664

Status:
valid

Authors:
Duno, Riina & P.E.Berry

Source:
cmp

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 7: 13 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000464996

Common Names

  • Pleurisanthes howardii
  • Howard's Pleurisanthes
  • Howard's Pleurisanthe

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Description

Pleurisanthes howardii (also called 'Howard's Pleurisanthes', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Central Africa. It has small, white flowers and small, oval leaves. It is found in rocky, dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pleurisanthes howardii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Pleurisanthes howardii flower is yellow and has 5 petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleurisanthes howardii is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best to plant in early spring or late fall. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in late winter or early spring. Division should be done in early spring or late fall. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires minimal care.

Where to Find Pleurisanthes howardii

Pleurisanthes howardii is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Pleurisanthes howardii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleurisanthes howardii?

Pleurisanthes howardii

What is the common name of Pleurisanthes howardii?

Howard's Pleurisanthes

Where is Pleurisanthes howardii native to?

Western North America

Species in the Icacinaceae family

Alsodeiopsis chippii, Alsodeiopsis mannii, Alsodeiopsis poggei, Alsodeiopsis rowlandii, Alsodeiopsis schumannii, Alsodeiopsis staudtii, Alsodeiopsis tessmannii, Alsodeiopsis zenkeri, Calatola costaricensis, Calatola laevigata, Calatola mollis, Calatola pastazana, Calatola uxpanapensis, Calatola microcarpa, Casimirella ampla, Casimirella beckii, Casimirella crispula, Casimirella diversifolia, Casimirella guaranitica, Casimirella lanata, Casimirella rupestris, Cassinopsis chapelieri, Cassinopsis ciliata, Cassinopsis ilicifolia, Cassinopsis madagascariensis, Cassinopsis tinifolia, Cassinopsis tomentosa, Desmostachys longipes, Desmostachys oblongifolia, Desmostachys planchonianus, Desmostachys tenuifolius, Desmostachys vogelii, Emmotum harleyi, Emmotum acuminatum, Emmotum affine, Emmotum celiae, Emmotum conjunctum, Emmotum fagifolium, Emmotum floribundum, Emmotum fulvum, Emmotum glabrum, Emmotum nitens, Emmotum orbiculatum, Emmotum yapacanum, Emmotum amazonicum, Hosiea japonica, Hosiea sinensis, Icacina claessensii, Icacina guessfeldtii, Icacina mannii,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2529542: Based on the initial data import
Paul Edward Berry (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.E.Berry' in the authors string.
Rodrigo Duno de Stefano (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Duno' in the authors string.
Ricarda Riina: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Riina' in the authors string.