Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Genus:
Species:
pycnostachya
ID:
470782

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Eichler) Tiegh.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 42: 172 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000470114



Common Names

  • Pycnostachya Passovia
  • Passovia Pycnostachya
  • Pycnostachya Passovias


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Synonyms

  • Struthanthus umbellatus Kuijt [unknown]
  • Phthirusa pycnostachya Eichler [unknown]

Description

Passovia pycnostachya (also called Pycnostachya Passovia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub found in tropical rainforest habitats in South America. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Passovia pycnostachya is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Passovia pycnostachya is a white or yellowish-white, with a yellowish-green center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Passovia pycnostachya is a perennial shrub that is native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a moist, shady area.

Where to Find Passovia pycnostachya

Passovia pycnostachya is native to South America.

Passovia pycnostachya FAQ

What is the scientific name of Passovia pycnostachya?

Passovia pycnostachya

What is the common name of Passovia pycnostachya?

Pycnostachya Passovia

What is the natural habitat of Passovia pycnostachya?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Loranthaceae family

Actinanthella menyharthii, Actinanthella wyliei, Aetanthus andreanus, Aetanthus colombianus, Aetanthus coriaceus, Aetanthus dichotomus, Aetanthus engelsii, Aetanthus macranthus, Aetanthus mutisii, Aetanthus nodosus, Aetanthus ornatus, Aetanthus ovalis, Aetanthus trifolius, Aetanthus prolongatus, Aetanthus sessilifolius, Aetanthus verticillatus, Aetanthus megaphyllus, Aetanthus pascoensis, Aetanthus tachirensis, Aetanthus validus, Agelanthus atrocoronatus, Agelanthus bipartitus, Agelanthus brunneus, Agelanthus combreticola, Agelanthus copaiferae, Agelanthus crassifolius, Agelanthus deltae, Agelanthus dichrous, Agelanthus discolor, Agelanthus djurensis, Agelanthus dodonaeifolius, Agelanthus elegantulus, Agelanthus entebbensis, Agelanthus falcifolius, Agelanthus flammeus, Agelanthus fuellebornii, Agelanthus gilgii, Agelanthus glaucoviridis, Agelanthus glomeratus, Agelanthus gracilis, Agelanthus guineensis, Agelanthus henriquesii, Agelanthus heteromorphus, Agelanthus igneus, Agelanthus irangensis, Agelanthus kayseri, Agelanthus keilii, Agelanthus krausei, Agelanthus kraussianus, Agelanthus lancifolius,

References

August W. Eichler (1839-1887): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eichler' in the authors string.
Philippe Édouard Léon Van Tieghem (1839-1914): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tiegh.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:185264-2: Based on the initial data import