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
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.
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 Pleurisanthes genus
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
Ricarda Riina: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Riina' in the authors string.