Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
pierreanum
ID:
735400

Status:
valid

Authors:
(De Wild.) Tiegh.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 9, 1: 343 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000734733



Common Names

  • Pierreanum Scytopetalum
  • Scytopetalum Pierreanum
  • Scytopetalum Pierreanum Flower


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Description

Scytopetalum pierreanum (also called 'Pierre's Star of Bethlehem' and 'Pierre's Star of Bethlehem', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry grasslands, rocky slopes and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Scytopetalum pierreanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a groundcover in dry areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Scytopetalum pierreanum has yellow flowers with white stripes. The seed is a small, dark-brown, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings are small, green, and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scytopetalum pierreanum is a tropical plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and should be planted in the spring. Propagation is done by dividing the rhizomes or by seed.

Where to Find Scytopetalum pierreanum

Scytopetalum pierreanum is native to Central and South America. It can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, and Brazil.

Scytopetalum pierreanum FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Scytopetalum pierreanum?

Scytopetalum pierreanum is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

What is the size of Scytopetalum pierreanum?

Scytopetalum pierreanum can reach up to 1 meter in diameter.

What is the lifespan of Scytopetalum pierreanum?

Scytopetalum pierreanum has a lifespan of about 5-7 days.

Species in the Lecythidaceae family

Allantoma lineata, Allantoma pauciramosa, Allantoma uaupensis, Allantoma kuhlmannii, Allantoma pachyantha, Allantoma pluriflora, Allantoma decandra, Allantoma integrifolia, Asteranthos brasiliensis, Barringtonia acutangula, Barringtonia apiculata, Barringtonia ashtonii, Barringtonia asiatica, Barringtonia angusta, Barringtonia belagaensis, Barringtonia calyptrata, Barringtonia calyptrocalyx, Barringtonia conoidea, Barringtonia corneri, Barringtonia curranii, Barringtonia edulis, Barringtonia filirachis, Barringtonia fusiformis, Barringtonia gigantostachya, Barringtonia hallieri, Barringtonia havilandii, Barringtonia integrifolia, Barringtonia josephstaalensis, Barringtonia khaoluangensis, Barringtonia lanceolata, Barringtonia lauterbachii, Barringtonia longifolia, Barringtonia longipes, Barringtonia longisepala, Barringtonia macrocarpa, Barringtonia macrostachya, Barringtonia neocaledonica, Barringtonia niedenzuana, Barringtonia novae-hiberniae, Barringtonia palawanensis, Barringtonia papeh, Barringtonia papuana, Barringtonia pauciflora, Barringtonia payensiana, Barringtonia pendula, Barringtonia procera, Barringtonia pseudoglomerata, Barringtonia pterita, Barringtonia racemosa, Barringtonia reticulata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2870310: Based on the initial data import
Émile Auguste Joseph De Wildeman (1866-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'De Wild.' in the authors string.
Philippe Édouard Léon Van Tieghem (1839-1914): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tiegh.' in the authors string.