Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spicata
ID:
273670

Status:
valid

Authors:
Turcz.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 22(II): 35 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000273002



Common Names

  • Physopsis spicata
  • Spiked Physopsis
  • Spicata Physopsis


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Description

Physopsis spicata (also called Spicate Physopsis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family. It is native to Central America and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Physopsis spicata is a perennial plant native to North America. It is often used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects to gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Physopsis spicata is a small, yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Physopsis spicata is a shrub native to Mexico. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by cuttings taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Physopsis spicata

Physopsis spicata is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.

Physopsis spicata FAQ

What are the common names for Physopsis spicata?

Spiked physopsis and spiked fern

What is the native range of Physopsis spicata?

Philippines

What is the optimal growing environment for Physopsis spicata?

Partial shade, moist soil, and moderate temperatures

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

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