Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
reticulatum
ID:
1317391

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rizzini) Caires

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Acta Amazonica 44: 170 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329845



Common Names

  • Peristethium reticulatum
  • Reticulated Peristethium
  • Netted Peristethium


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Description

Peristethium reticulatum (also called Reticulate Peristethium, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen, perennial shrub native to Central America. It has small, oval-shaped, light green leaves and grows to a height of 10-30 cm. It prefers humid, tropical climates and grows best in partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Peristethium reticulatum is used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating fever and inflammation. It is also used as an ornamental plant, and for timber production.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Peristethium reticulatum has small, yellow flowers with white centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Peristethium reticulatum is a shrub native to Mexico. It prefers a well-drained, humus-rich soil in full sun. Propagation is by cuttings or by seed. The seedlings should be kept moist and in a sunny spot.

Where to Find Peristethium reticulatum

Peristethium reticulatum is native to Mexico. It can be found in dry, open areas.

Peristethium reticulatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Peristethium reticulatum?

Peristethium reticulatum

What is the common name of Peristethium reticulatum?

Reticulated peristethium

What is the natural habitat of Peristethium reticulatum?

Rocky slopes and grasslands

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

Carlos Toledo Rizzini (1921-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rizzini' in the authors string.
Claudenir Simões Caires (b.1978): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Caires' in the authors string.